do I need a gasket or just try to tighten it harder ?
what is that ?!
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Instructor
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what is that ?!
it looks like a sensor, it has two wires connected and it is located near the distributor, and I think it is leaking oil badly ?
car is 1991 corvette L98
thanks,
Dan
car is 1991 corvette L98
thanks,
Dan
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i think you need to remove the distributor only , can you take pics ?
is this the part we are talking about ?
check where the leak is coming from, those are two sensor in the fitting
is this the part we are talking about ?
check where the leak is coming from, those are two sensor in the fitting
Last edited by Calderone; Jul 11, 2011 at 04:08 PM.
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If it's leaking around the threads, remove, recoat threads, and re-install. I like teflon sealer myself. Oil-approved silicone will work as well.
More often, the sensor itself fails and causes the leaks. That would warrant replacement.
DS Valve cover leaks are sometimes mistaken for oil sensor leaks and visa-versa. Be sure of your source.
More often, the sensor itself fails and causes the leaks. That would warrant replacement.
DS Valve cover leaks are sometimes mistaken for oil sensor leaks and visa-versa. Be sure of your source.
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as the man said, make sure you are sure where the oil is coming from, clean if off with a brush and some gasoline, wipe it clean, let it leak some more. THEN spend a couple hours removing the switch.
joe