1988 Chevrolet Van Chevy G20 Van Leaking Oil Underneath Already Changed Filter

1988 CHEVROLET VAN
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DAVIDS1966
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I have a 1988 chevy G20 van.It is leaking oil underneath and already changed oil filter and adapter but still leaking?
Nov 11, 2012 at 9:20 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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where is the leak???? we need some info here to help as there are many places for the oil to leak

Roy
Nov 11, 2012 at 9:37 PM
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DAVIDS1966
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It is leaking from engine underneath around the filter and adapter?
Nov 11, 2012 at 9:43 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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the hoses are common for leaking from the adapter. have a dye inserted so you can pin point the exact leaking point

Roy
Nov 11, 2012 at 9:50 PM
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DAVIDS1966
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Could the rear main seal be leaking and van still start and run?
Nov 11, 2012 at 9:52 PM
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sure but expensive guess

roy
Nov 11, 2012 at 10:25 PM
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DAVIDS1966
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Whats expensive fixing it?
Nov 11, 2012 at 10:29 PM
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the rear main. the trans has to be removed to gain acess to the seal

roy
Nov 11, 2012 at 10:41 PM
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