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  • 87-325ic
    E30 Enthusiast
    • Apr 2006
    • 1198

    #1

    front of motor leaks oil

    i think i may have a leak coming from the rocker shaft end plugs. they are new though, however when i installed them i just stuck em in.

    Should i have used some silicone sealant or something around them?
  • SpecM
    R3V Elite
    • Oct 2005
    • 4531

    #2
    no, they are installed dry

    maybe cam seal?
    1989 cirrisblau-metallic 325i

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    • 87-325ic
      E30 Enthusiast
      • Apr 2006
      • 1198

      #3
      that was done too! i dont think its it..

      ill see once i do another timing belt job.. its due this year i believe.

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      • jlevie
        R3V OG
        • Nov 2006
        • 13530

        #4
        You could have a leaking cam shaft seal.
        The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
        Jim Levie, Huntsville, AL

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        • E-Thirty
          E30 Fanatic
          • Aug 2006
          • 1331

          #5
          Did you lube the cam seal before installing?
          Originally posted by StereoInstaller1
          Do you feel like something is trying to penetrate your butthole?

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          • 87-325ic
            E30 Enthusiast
            • Apr 2006
            • 1198

            #6
            probably not, it was a few years back..

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            • Cabriolet
              R3V OG
              • Apr 2010
              • 9620

              #7
              ya, i just did a full rebuild on my eta and about 50miles after the front of the head was leaking from the 2 half moons, right behind the top pulley. basically glue them in to keep them from leaking.
              Much wow
              I hate 4 doors

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