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Old Oct 15, 2012 | 01:40 PM
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Well gang I ve got a problem that I need help on. here is the specifics.
About a year ago. and 10K
New 383 stroker in 84.
all systems new
X-ram intake
2.01 in throttle bodies
90 lb injectors
motor runs great however under full throttle I get an oil leak in the rear driping over the starter motor. pretty good leak. under normal driving dry as a bone.
If any one has some insight beyond the pan gasket please let me know.
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Steve
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I had that problem and found a broken dipstick handle and an oiltube that wasn't all the way in.
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Old Oct 15, 2012 | 03:14 PM
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By george I think you have found the problem! thanks, during the rebuild I noticed the tube needed repair, forgot all about it!!
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