Re: Having some oil issues...

Posted by sgtslag on Feb 27, 2012; 4:22pm
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Also check the Oil Filter Boss, which is the receptor for the filter housing bolt.  It screws into the block.  Use a Lock Jaw Pliers to snug it to the block (the book specifies a torque value, but I don't have a way to use my torque wrench on it, so I just snug it, then give it a little extra umph, to seat it properly).  These can sometimes turn out a bit, which will prevent the filter housing from sealing properly against the block.

New O-rings usually come with the filter.  I always change both of the O-rings, with the filter:  the smaller O-ring on the bolt, itself, and the larger O-ring on the housing.  As Tools says, wet the O-rings with fresh, clean oil, before applying them.  This will prevent dry patches leaking oil around them.

Check to make sure you are torquing the filter bolt correctly,  I always go for the middle of the specified range (if the book says, 25-29 lb.-ft., I set my clicker torque wrench to 27 lb.-ft.).  With regards to the drain plug leaking, are you properly torquing it?  The book specifies a value for this, too.  If there are cracks in the oil pan, these can be welded, if necessary.  A replacement oil pan can likely be found on e-Bay, as well.  Cheers!