1996 Isuzu Rodeo Question Cost of oil leak repair

1996 ISUZU RODEO
10,350 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DSTBIRD
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I recently bought a 1996 Rodeo for my son. Today we took it to get the oil changed at a Valvoline Quick Change and was told there was a significant oil leak ("at the bottom near the the transmission"). The technician said it was a very costly repair, but could not even estimate how much it would be. They also indicated there was also a small leak at the head gasket. I'm planning on having it fixed, but because I do not know what to expect I'm afraid not being familiar with a fair repair cost, I'll get ripped off as I have been in the past. Could you give me a ball-park estimate of what to expect for both repairs?

Thanks!!
Feb 2, 2008 at 7:04 PM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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to be honest the guy at quick lube probably is not experienced at this. most likely the rear main seal he said was leaking, its probably not. i also doubt your head gasket is leaking. have your local mechanic check it out, it could be as simple as a oil pressure switch or oil filter housing o ring. hope this helps
Feb 2, 2008 at 7:13 PM