Leaking Oil Up Top?
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Leaking Oil Up Top?
Oil is pooling up on top of my 2000 F250 7.3L and running down the back of the motor? Looking at the book it seems it's probably coming form the turbo high pressure oil lines somewhere. Where would be the most likely suspect and what can I do in the driveway to fix it? If it's one of those HP lines (I have not taken anything apart yet) is it a remove/replaceable piece/part?
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In my research its either the o-rings from the turbo pedistal or from the lines that come out of the HPOP right under the fuel bowl...mines leaking outa the lines but you need a special tool to ge the lines off to replace the o-rings so mines still leaking till I bite the bullet and buy a $60 tool that Ill prolly only use once
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I agree, its most likely a leaking HPOP line or the fitting in the HPOP itself. It could be a turbo O-ring too.. Take a flashlight and start searching. You might have to feel around until you find oil on your finger. If you do then start it up and see if its leaking and then address it. I have removed my HPOP lines with two flat blade screwdrivers using a push-pull action and they came right off.
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Hmmm, I have cleaned the motor with degreaser...drove it...then noticed a little pooling on top. Initially a big oil spot developed under the truck as it was losing oil quite fast. It's hard for me to spot the leak point with a flashlight laying on top with all the turbo piping etc. in the way. I just did search on here and it sounds like the pedestal seal? would be the "easiest" culprit to fix rather than the HPOP line/s.
Is there a site that shows a step by step remove/replace procedure (pics?) for the turbo to get a better view, and also a site for ordering the replacement kit w/seal?
Is there a site that shows a step by step remove/replace procedure (pics?) for the turbo to get a better view, and also a site for ordering the replacement kit w/seal?
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Hmmm, I have cleaned the motor with degreaser...drove it...then noticed a little pooling on top. Initially a big oil spot developed under the truck as it was losing oil quite fast. It's hard for me to spot the leak point with a flashlight laying on top with all the turbo piping etc. in the way. I just did search on here and it sounds like the pedestal seal? would be the "easiest" culprit to fix rather than the HPOP line/s.
Is there a site that shows a step by step remove/replace procedure (pics?) for the turbo to get a better view, and also a site for ordering the replacement kit w/seal?
Is there a site that shows a step by step remove/replace procedure (pics?) for the turbo to get a better view, and also a site for ordering the replacement kit w/seal?
No reason to waste time and install the wrong "fix" only to find you still have an oil leak.
As for your instructions try this 2000 Workshop Manual.
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In my research its either the o-rings from the turbo pedistal or from the lines that come out of the HPOP right under the fuel bowl...mines leaking outa the lines but you need a special tool to ge the lines off to replace the o-rings so mines still leaking till I bite the bullet and buy a $60 tool that Ill prolly only use once
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Chris is correct, no need buying special tools for this job. Here are some pics of the line removal tool made from a wrench that I had laying around from something! Be sure you taper the ends of the wrench opening so it will slip between the locking sleeve and the metal stop on the HPOP line.
damn I need one of those ASAP lol I dont have access to a grinder anymorer though
whish I would have know a week earlier lol
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Chris is correct, no need buying special tools for this job. Here are some pics of the line removal tool made from a wrench that I had laying around from something! Be sure you taper the ends of the wrench opening so it will slip between the locking sleeve and the metal stop on the HPOP line.
Hmmm, now that I have a pic of what it supposed to look like I bet I can fab up a few of those......
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You know, the best thing about guzzle's explanations is he always has pictures included. Don't forget to leave him some reps.
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So how many donuts is a grinding job on one of these tools worth? Of course you'll probably get more help if you offer beer and fried foods in trade, but I'm sure one of us will be willing to help you out Chris.
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lolOf course anyone on here is welcome to stop by for some beer and donuts anytime
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No I don't plan on being "reckless" (good one...
) but I do need to start moving some of that stuff out of my line of view.
With the amount that is coming out, it has splashed both the front and back area of the valley up top. With all the stuff in the way and my deteriorating nearsight, I have not been able to yet determine the general area of the leak. My next move before I start wrenching things apart will be to start it up and climb on top to see if i can a stream or a drip fron the front near the HPOP or n the back near the pedestal/turbo. I just didn't know what the usual suspects were or how this thing was put together.
That wrench looks like one of those that come with a circular saw or some other type handheld power tool. Good idea.....So the HPOP lines are basically QD lines is that correct? They just pop off if you can get to them?
Is the plug referred to as coming loose once in a while the "end plug" with an o-ring?
It's 88 today and I'd rather be out on the boat than messing with this...
) but I do need to start moving some of that stuff out of my line of view.With the amount that is coming out, it has splashed both the front and back area of the valley up top. With all the stuff in the way and my deteriorating nearsight, I have not been able to yet determine the general area of the leak. My next move before I start wrenching things apart will be to start it up and climb on top to see if i can a stream or a drip fron the front near the HPOP or n the back near the pedestal/turbo. I just didn't know what the usual suspects were or how this thing was put together.
That wrench looks like one of those that come with a circular saw or some other type handheld power tool. Good idea.....So the HPOP lines are basically QD lines is that correct? They just pop off if you can get to them?
Is the plug referred to as coming loose once in a while the "end plug" with an o-ring?
It's 88 today and I'd rather be out on the boat than messing with this...