it could also mean broken piston rings.
gary
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Max Heim <mvheim@studiolimage.com>
> To: Keith Gernert <kgernert@triad.rr.com>; MG List <mgs@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, August 11, 2000 12:41 PM
> Subject: Re: Oil dipstick seal
>
>
> > Um, I don't think so. The crankcase generally needs to be vented, not
> > sealed. What is generally referred to as engine vacuum is generated in
> > the intake manifold and is completely separate. The B has crankcase
> > ventilation through the side cover, with variations over the years as to
> > where it winds up (atmosphere, carbon canister, etc). The only worry
> > about the dipstick seal is if oil is spewing out (indicating clogged
> > crankcase ventilation elsewhere), or if dirt and crap is getting in
> > (obviously not good).
> >
> > Keith Gernert had this to say:
> >
> > >I think I read somewhere that a good seal around the oil dipstick is
> > >essential to
> > >maintain good vacuum in the engine. (I think I got that right--this is
> > >well outside
> > >my area of experience or knowledge.) The dipstick on my 79 B is pretty
> > >sloppy, and
> > >I'm sure it's not sealing well at all.
> > >
> > >Is there any trick I can use to reestablish a good seal around the top
of
> > >the dipstick
> > >tube, or should I just buy a replacement dipstick?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >--
> > >Keith Gernert
> > >79 MGB
> > >--
> > >
> >
> >
> > --
> >
> > Max Heim
> > '66 MGB GHN3L76149
> > If you're near Mountain View, CA,
> > it's the red one with the silver bootlid.
> >
> >
>
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