Oil Additives

[oldgranda]

Hi Can anyone tell me if it is worth while using a product which claims to stop oil leaks. The product is made in the UK.

[JOWETTJAVELIN]

Never used one myself so can't say, but I will say that it won't solve the problem, only disguise it for a while and could potentially lead to engine failure by blocking oil ways and the oil pump.

New gaskets I'm afraid are the only answer.

[Matt]

Not really...

They swell rubber seals, and can be considered a short term fix at best imho

[oldgranda]

Thanks guys.
I will follow your advice and run the old fellow (1968) into my local garage and let them give him the once over. Just passed his MOT too! Then again, I suppose we all start having trouble with fluids with age.

Thanks again

oldgranda

[JOWETTJAVELIN]

Depends on how much it's leaking and what you are prepared to tolerate. A weep you can live with but it shouldn't be dropping oil all over the show.