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Ted Wright
11-08-2010, 10:29 AM
I've got an engine oil leak out the back of the crank, where the crank bore is plugged with that "freeze plug" arrangement. It's a small leak now; I had a copious leak first, pulled the engine and the plug was totally dislodged. I reset the plug, but apparently it didn't fully seal. What's the trick to sealing the plug?? Or, what other damage should I be looking for when I get the "heart of the beast" out THIS time????? (I'm becoming a bit of an expert at pulling this mill, and that's NOT bragging!!!!) BTW - it's a '93 crate engine that I've installed in my '90 Z. Thanks for any help!!

Pete
11-08-2010, 12:46 PM
That plug requires a certain lock-tite i don't remember the # off hand,you can look it in the manual or if someone has there's handy look it up and post,if not i could look it up and post later.


Pete

A26B
11-08-2010, 01:32 PM
Loctite 620

Pete
11-08-2010, 01:40 PM
Loctite 620


Bingo.
It works.

Pete

Ted Wright
11-09-2010, 01:46 AM
Yhanks, guys, for the quick responses and good info!!! Best regards, Ted Wright