> I'm afraid I'm more than a little depressed right now. After two
> years of rebuilding my TR3 I finally got to the point of rolling
> it out side to fire it up. I'm sure you all know that feeling of
> dread vs excitement. Putting aside the fact my gas tank leaks
> (thanks for all the replies with good ideas), I have antifreeze
> AND oil coming out of the oil pressure line !!!! (Do not have the
> gauge on).
Didn't we just go through this last year with Rob Blubaugh ?
Anyway, don't panic just yet. Get some "stop leak" (I like Aluma-seal
brand) and add it to the radiator, then run the engine long enough to get it
thoroughly warmed. Shut it off, check the oil, if it looks like a milkshake
then change it. Retorque the head bolts after it cools, just for luck.
Then keep an eye on it for water in the oil. Chances are good it will seal
right up and you'll not have any more trouble with it.
Randall
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