Thanks for the suggestions. The dye showed slight leaks around the
valve cover and side cover, but the main flow was coming from the oil
filter pipe adapter (I'm not sure if that's the right name). My guess
is that I need to replace the crush washer that sits between the block
and oil pipe adapter. I haven't found a good diagram online - most
engine diagrams show the other side of the engine, and then the oil
filter diagrams usually show oil coolers/hoses - but I think the washer
is Moss 324-800 (or 6K501). Shipping out a washer (or a few washers)
costs about 10x the price of the washer, so I'd like to find something
local if I can, more to save time than money. Does anyone know if
there's a generic description of this washer so I can check with local
auto parts stores?
Two follow-on questions:
1) How can I get access to the adapter so I can replace the washer?
2) As long as I'm removing that adapter, should I just go ahead and
install an oil cooler? It would be overkill, but it doesn't seem like
it would be much more effort, and the cooler kits include the washer. ;-)
Thanks.
--Steve (1980 MGB)
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