Looks like I have a problem
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '21-'22
So I figured I would post an update. It is definitely an oil leak. My mechanic got it up in the ait and cleaned everything really well. He then had me take it out for a joyride. Once we put it back on the lift, we located a few leaks. The gasket around the oil pan has a few different places that are leaking. Unfortunately, there is also an oil leak directly above the rack. I will have to take it back on another day, as they will have to drop the rack in order to fix both leaks. I don't have an estimate yet, but I know it will be expensive. My visit yesterday was $880.00 (which was fair as they were working on it all day). They diagnosed the leak. They also flushed the brakes, replaced all 4 brake pads, and resurfaced all 4 rotors, in addition to an oil change for both the engine and supercharger. However, given the time involved in dropping the rack and fixing the leaks, I'm guessing it will be $900.00-$1000.00.
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if you don't have a catch can now is the time to get one... excess crankcase pressure (caused by your supercharger) will find it's way out through gaskets/seals... by chance did your dipstick pop out?
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Ouch! I know it can be hard to find time for some, or physically difficult for others, but I'd choke on that bill for a basic brake service and fluid flush with a 20 minute leak hunt.
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So I figured I would post an update. It is definitely an oil leak. My mechanic got it up in the ait and cleaned everything really well. He then had me take it out for a joyride. Once we put it back on the lift, we located a few leaks. The gasket around the oil pan has a few different places that are leaking. Unfortunately, there is also an oil leak directly above the rack. I will have to take it back on another day, as they will have to drop the rack in order to fix both leaks. I don't have an estimate yet, but I know it will be expensive. My visit yesterday was $880.00 (which was fair as they were working on it all day). They diagnosed the leak. They also flushed the brakes, replaced all 4 brake pads, and resurfaced all 4 rotors, in addition to an oil change for both the engine and supercharger. However, given the time involved in dropping the rack and fixing the leaks, I'm guessing it will be $900.00-$1000.00.
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Le Mans Master
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From: Virginia
2021 C5 of the Year Finalist - Modified
St. Jude Donor '21-'22
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2017
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From: Virginia
2021 C5 of the Year Finalist - Modified
St. Jude Donor '21-'22
EDIT: The main reasons I go to a mechanic is that they have a real lift, and the proper equipment to do the job right. They're also VERY knowledgeable, and I learn a ton every time that I go there.
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My mechanic is really cool and lets me come back in the garage and watch, and in several cases will even allow me to help with the work. I got there just before 9:00 am, and the work was completed at around 4:30. $880.00 is not out of line for almost a full day's worth of work. For the record, the leak hunt took much longer than 20 minutes. The bottom of the car was a HUGE mess with oil everywhere. With that much oil, it was impossible to tell where it was coming from. They went through and cleaned and degreased everything. Then I took the car for a quick joyride. After that, I drove the car straight onto the lift and we did a thorough inspection. Resurfacing the rotors took a long time. I took some video of the process. it was pretty cool. Flushing the brake fluid also took a good bit of time. Plus, there's the cost of the oil changes. I was there through he whole process, so I can say for sure that they did not rip me off.
EDIT: The main reasons I go to a mechanic is that they have a real lift, and the proper equipment to do the job right. They're also VERY knowledgeable, and I learn a ton every time that I go there.
EDIT: The main reasons I go to a mechanic is that they have a real lift, and the proper equipment to do the job right. They're also VERY knowledgeable, and I learn a ton every time that I go there.
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