1972 BMW 2002 oil leaks

1972 BMW 2002
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SEANHCAESAR
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Engine Cooling problem
1972 BMW 2002 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual
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my BMW is leaving puddles behind and showes over heating I've changed the valve cover gasket and it's still there. I add 1 quart of oil every 2 days and oil guage reads ok car runs good no smoke as long as I keep oil its fine but I need to fix it WHAT IS M Y PROBLEM.
Sep 5, 2008 at 9:42 AM
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The distributor drive housing is a source for leaks on the old M-10 motors. Replace the gasket back there and you wont leave puddles any more. ♥
Sep 9, 2008 at 11:53 PM
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