'09 SS oil leak
#21
A dealer *might* know of some common leak spots on this engine better than an independant mechanic but will probably charge more for a diagnosis. For the cost of the repair, maybe you ought to check with both? I also wonder if anyone here has experience with a good shop(or dealer) in your area. Wouldn't hurt to ask in the general problems forum so you can hear from non-ss owners too.
#23
Yeah I am a bit skeptical. Supposedly the engine tech was busy all day but came over for a few minutes and saw where oil looked like it was "seeping" from the engine block near the oil filter. They said they wont know for sure until I bring it back so the engine tech can call the "technical advisors" and go through the procedure they give him to determine if it's the block.
#26
Ok, so my non-dealer mechanic has looked at the leak and says he too thinks it might be a porous block. He said oil is seeping right above where the oil filter sets. He checked the cam plug and there was no leak present there. So, I will take it back to the dealer on Wednesday so they can do the definitive tests that will tell me if it is truly a porous block.
If it is and I can find where it is leaking, does anyone recommend me trying to find some kind of sealer before I break the bank and have a whole new engine installed? If I have to get an engine where is the best place to get a good buy on one?
If it is and I can find where it is leaking, does anyone recommend me trying to find some kind of sealer before I break the bank and have a whole new engine installed? If I have to get an engine where is the best place to get a good buy on one?
#30
Been using Glyptal in (alloy) Harley Motors since the late 70's..