changing rear gasket, spark plugs and oil sump.

[destinationtoby]

What's the number for the copper ones and how much cheaper are they?

Still have f**king oil leaking.. So it's not the gaskets
Is the sump known to leak from where it bolts on? Although theres definitely signs of oil above it fuk

[Astron_Boy]

cam seal?
crank seal?

did you clean the engine after?

Why do you want the copper part number? Useless really, just have them all platinum or iridiums.

[destinationtoby]

I wish i even new what those seals were haha


Umm well I was thinking that in my position, I would be better off changing the plugs more often then using plugs that last longer, because did u see the condition of the ones I removed, means that there's oil in there I think? So changing them more frequently with cheaper ones (that may actually run better, but not last as long) rather then ruining good ones.
But I dunno...

[destinationtoby]

Nope didn't clean the engine. Read a few things about that diesel wash and a lot of mechanics seem to say that it's a really bad idea, as there is only one thing that's ment to go in an engine and that's oil. The wash can unlube certain things that should never be... Something along those lines.

[Astron_Boy]

I meant outside the engine, so you can see any new leaks.
Of course there will still be oil dropped if the block is coated.

pressure wash the engine bay after you've degrease it.

With regards to the internal engine flush, my Mercedes service tech even uses it at certain intervals to remove general build up.

There is no harm in using a flush every now and then, just don't do it all the time.

With regards to your plugs, I didn't see an issue with them, simply old and well used with other components not working at optimal.
They're fine.

[destinationtoby]

I meant outside the engine, so you can see any new leaks.
Of course there will still be oil dropped if the block is coated.

pressure wash the engine bay after you've degrease it..

U were right, seems to be no oil coming from anywhere anymore



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