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  1. lotusk

    lotusk Formula 3

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    #1 lotusk, Apr 13, 2006
    my 355 has been stsnding for 3 months and i have just noticed oil dripping from the bolts that hold the perforated plate on the underside of the clutch/flywheel housing of the car, Can anyone suggest what may be causing the leak and how to stop it?
     
  2. Ricambi America

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  3. Ricambi America

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    #3 Ricambi America, Apr 13, 2006
    ^^ Ok, maybe I was a bit drunk.


    Theory #1: Triple seals. The fix is to replace the three seals, and inspect/clean everything up, or R&R clutch
    Theory #2 : Blown throw-out bearing. replace the bearing, and the seals (see above)


    I thought that picture of 3 seals was funny. Maybe I need to keep drinking.
     
  4. lotusk

    lotusk Formula 3

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    #4 lotusk, Apr 13, 2006
    nice one...so it's the otters then?
     
  5. Impactco

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    #5 Impactco, Apr 13, 2006
    Sea lions caused the oil leak??
     
  6. Llenroc

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    #6 Llenroc, Apr 13, 2006
    Laugh it up funny boy. Man, we need to fine you somethin' to do, you have way too much free time.
     
  7. coolblue

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    #7 coolblue, Apr 14, 2006
    My 355 leaks in the winter when it has not run for a few days. If I run it regularly, it dont leak. In the summer no problems. This is a seal shrinkage issue. If it is used regularly they dont shrink and dry up but if not, they do.

    Now...if you got a BIG leak is that an ELEPHANT seal?
     
  8. ernie

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    #8 ernie, Apr 14, 2006
    Hahahaha

    Good one Dan. But those are Sea Lions.
     
  9. Ricambi America

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    #9 Ricambi America, Apr 14, 2006
    Dude, I live in North Carolina... it's the best I can do. :) I was trying to Google search for a picture of 3 seals.
     
  10. ernie

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    #10 ernie, Apr 14, 2006
    I know I'm just yanking your chain. It is funny.
     
  11. chaa

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  12. sandersja

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    #12 sandersja, Apr 14, 2006
    Before you tear into it I suggest that you drive it regularly for awhile.

    I bought a GarageQueen that also had a slight drip in this area. Once I got everything up and properly exercised, it went away.
     

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