Oil Leak From Distributor

[TDMCobra]

Im stumped. I had this leak before and then I took out the distributor and thought it was the oring and fixed it. PUt some silicone sealant on the top as well and sure enough the leak was still there. I just dont know what to do anymore without locktiting or sealing the thing down.

Anyone?

(Red Marks The Spot...Yes, I know its from there FOR SURE. Just before yall ask)

 

[RoadZOmbie]

Is it possible that it may have a hairline crack, along with a worn out o ring?

 

[Dano]

Sounds odd. You sure the distributor adjustment lock down bolt is tight?

I'd clean the whole area very good, and then start it up, and hold a flashlight on it, to pin point the exact location on the collar ... it may be cracked, or the wrong O-ring was put on.


FWIW ... I've never heard of, or had a distributor shaft leak at that point. Sure it's not a mixture of grime & coolant, from the pump, hose, or thermostat housing?

 

[TDMCobra]

Is it possible that it may have a hairline crack, along with a worn out o ring?

Orings are good. I verifyed the parts number and replaced the o ring. No way they are bad.

Sounds odd. You sure the distributor adjustment lock down bolt is tight?

I'd clean the whole area very good, and then start it up, and hold a flashlight on it, to pin point the exact location on the collar ... it may be cracked, or the wrong O-ring was put on.


FWIW ... I've never heard of, or had a distributor shaft leak at that point. Sure it's not a mixture of grime & coolant, from the pump, hose, or thermostat housing?

Bolt it tight. Its not coolant and oil. My neighor had been a mechanic for close to 40 years, he helps me:-D and we determined it was all oil from that point. This isnt an oil well kind of leak but its very frustrating.

 

[TDMCobra]

Anyone?