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Oil Additives
Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 3:40 pm
by 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.
Re: Oil Additives
Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 4:47 pm
by 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.
Re: Oil Additives
Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 4:56 pm
by Matt
Not really...
They swell rubber seals, and can be considered a short term fix at best imho
Re: Oil Additives
Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 6:01 pm
by 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
Re: Oil Additives
Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 7:06 pm
by 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.