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YOUR RESEARCHNew Member - 996 Fluid Leak?
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I did however have a small oil leak (cam tensioner washer) which I had replaced 2 weeks ago.
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When I had the cam washer changed out the garage (local indie) mentioned that the spark plug tubes were corroded and they'd recommend changing them at some point in future.
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i just had my tubes done, o rings on either end, mine chucked out oil after changing the old thick stuff, kit for one side cost me about £40 from strauss
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When I had the cam washer changed out the garage (local indie) mentioned that the spark plug tubes were corroded and they'd recommend changing them at some point in future.
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i just had my tubes done, o rings on either end, mine chucked out oil after changing the old thick stuff, kit for one side cost me about £40 from strauss
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Just joined up the forum as I've recently bought a 1999 996 Carrera 4 cab. Have hankered after a 911 since I was knee high and now just taken plunge - loving the car.
I did however have a small oil leak (cam tensioner washer) which I had replaced 2 weeks ago.
I've now discovered another leak on garage floor which I've attached pics of. Looking at pics does anyone know what may be the culprit - to me it looks like fluid coming from rear suspension??
When I had the cam washer changed out the garage (local indie) mentioned that the spark plug tubes were corroded and they'd recommend changing them at some point in future.
Can anyone point me as to where these tubes are?
Apologies for thick questions, sure there will be more
Alan...
The rear shock absorber looks very wet, and I expect it is leaking and dripping down onto the anti-roll bar drop link. Unless it's something above the shocker which is leaking........
The fluid is light brown (oil coloured) - although it doesn't seem as thick as the oil I was getting leaking from the cam tensioner washer.
Havent had much chance to have a good look around, will have a better look tonight after work.
Hoping its nothing too major.......
i just had my tubes done, o rings on either end, mine chucked out oil after changing the old thick stuff, kit for one side cost me about £40 from strauss
Thanks for replies, just had it into local independant on way to work this morning and they've confirmed that its the shock thats leaking.
Most likely get the car booked in and get the spark plug tubes and shock done in one hit.
Cheers
Alan...
