Posted July 31, 201113 yr comment_362898 I finally got her back together and on the road last week. However, i have discovered and oil leak near the front cover. The attached photo shows the area of the leak. When i was installing the front cover, i bent the head gasket because the head and the oil pan were already installed. I had to "squeeze" the front cover in between them. When i did this, the head gasket bent and crimped. I believe this may be the reason there is oil leaking now. I have a new head gasket, but i didn't want to spend the time to replace it if i don't have to. Has anyone had this problem or have an idea of where/why the oil is coming out? Also, my oil pressure is reading low, about 15% of the gauge's range. This may be due to the old sending unit. The oil seams to leak worse when the engine is off. There is virtually no sign of the leak when the engine is running, but after sitting overnight there is a small puddle under the car, about 1" in diameter. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks. Edited July 31, 201113 yr by CaseyByrd72 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/40361-oil-leak-near-front-cover/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 31, 201113 yr comment_362907 It's not exactly a river of oil, looks like a winter project to me. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/40361-oil-leak-near-front-cover/#findComment-362907 Share on other sites More sharing options...
July 31, 201113 yr comment_362917 Hopefully you didn't compromise a cooling passage, too. Keep an eye on your oil and water to make sure they didn't try to mix. Also look at the spark plugs to make sure they don't show signs of problems. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/40361-oil-leak-near-front-cover/#findComment-362917 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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