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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by F350-6
(Diesel can mix with engine sludge and look like an oil leak).
Did someone say engine sludge?



The turbo pedestal O-rings are also a common source of leaks that you should check out. You will probably want to wash the motor down first to help find the leak, or go buy some of that fancy dye and a black light to help you find it.
 
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Old Feb 11, 2010 | 11:53 PM
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If you find it's diesel, my '99 leaked out of the water drain valve behind and under the fuel filter that's on top of the engine. A new valve was cheap, 6 or 8 bucks, and did the trick! Good luck!
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 06:29 AM
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7.3 Leak

Originally Posted by kdfishe43
and just in case it is the o rings can anyone tell me what size they are?
Check this out/
Replacement O-rings for Ford Diesel Engines
 
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