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2012/11/18 10:23:49 (permalink)
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Oil line leak behind dash

I have a slight oil leak in the RS behind the Dash.
 
Enough that it drips a few times a day onto the floor.
 
Does anyone have a good fix for this?
 
Cheers
Andrew

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Ford 1979 RS2000 MKII Escort Red Sierra Injection
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    phoenix 13918
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    Re:Oil line leak behind dash 2012/11/18 15:10:53 (permalink)
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    try changing the line and using some plumbers thread tape on the joints
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    Diablo69
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    Re:Oil line leak behind dash 2012/11/19 08:34:02 (permalink)
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    I don't think it is the steel connector but the plastic pipe loose connecting to the steel connector.

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    Re:Oil line leak behind dash 2012/11/19 10:17:25 (permalink)
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    I have seen replacement lines on ebay in the uk, burtons may even have them.  I replaced mine, but have determined that it is the actual guage itself that an inner seal is stuffed.  I have left it disconnected and mounted an after market gauge under the dash.

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    danny m
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    Re:Oil line leak behind dash 2012/11/21 10:34:57 (permalink)
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    Replace it with Speedflow -3AN stainless braided hose and it will never leak or fail again
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    Re:Oil line leak behind dash 2012/11/21 19:48:28 (permalink)
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    whooligan

    The dash may be cracked where it screws into the back (common problem) as people try to rip them out without disconnecting them properly. If this is the case, you'll never stop it leaking as they leak inside the unit. Had to replace two dashes in my RS.
    Change the hose and if this doesn't solve the issue, start searching for a better dash.

    And speaking of replacing dashes, or more to the point, parts thereof, are spare gauges available from anywhere, or is it a case of repairing what you've got?  I think I need a new fuel gauge you see, and it would be a shame to deny someone a complete dash for the sake of one gauge.
     
    P.S.  Sorry if I've hijacked the thread.
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