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Technical Forums => Maintenance and Modifications => Topic started by: Willie_B on April 17, 2017, 08:16:48 PM

Title: Something else to have a look at
Post by: Willie_B on April 17, 2017, 08:16:48 PM
While I was working in the engine compartment I had a look around to check the general condition of things. A look at radiator showed this. I have been chasing an oil mist issue and it looks like the mist and dust combined to coat the fins with a black gunk. What a surprise huh. This is an aluminum radiator.
Title: Re: Something else to have a look at
Post by: MiniDave on April 17, 2017, 09:37:29 PM
Dooder had a similar problem with his car - his oil was coming from his front crank seal, and being picked up by the fan and like yours combined with dirt from the air it was probably 75% blocked!
Title: Re: Something else to have a look at
Post by: 94touring on April 17, 2017, 11:59:23 PM
He also blew his motor by running out of oil, so keep an eye on it.