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Date:         Tue, 13 Oct 1998 12:25:41 +0100
Reply-To:     "Woodcock, Frank" <f.woodcock@UNISON.CO.UK>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <Vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         "Woodcock, Frank" <f.woodcock@UNISON.CO.UK>
Subject:      Re: stop leak=stop gap? or how to find an oil leak
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My 1981 VW Camper 2.0 Litre Air-cooled also had a very bad leak before I replaced the engine.

The large oil seal between the engine and clutch had failed and oil seeped onto the clutch which made it slip.

I used to run the van by topping up the oil, a litre at a time, so I did not have to do oil changes (not really recommended).

The engine finally failed as there was too much back pressure in the sump causing a severe loss of power.

If you think that your engine is on the way out, then stop-leak may give a temporary repair, though the leak may be too big for it to have any effect.

Better though to sell up or save for a replacement engine. If the body is rust free, then go for the new engine (also distributor and carburetors) and have yourself many trouble free miles. The fuel economy will also be better.

Beware of second hand engines unless you can get a good warranty. Frank Woodcock


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