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RCummings

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On 1/14/2022 at 8:21 PM, RCummings said:

1950 dodge 3/4 ton pickup with a flathead 6 cylinder with a serious oil leak from the front of the motor above the oil pan does anyone have a suggestion on how to fix such problem.  Willing to learn.  Thank you.  Original motor

 

 

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1 hour ago, wallytoo said:

says you solved it.  what was the leak?  the post you tagged as the solution doesn't offer a solution.

 

On 1/14/2022 at 11:24 PM, greg g said:

Crank shaft seal in timing cover?or lower?

Thank you for possible solution. Leak just above front of oil pan came on suddenly. Would I have to remove crank case pulley, radiator and timing chain cover and oil pan to get an idea of where the leak is coming from? Original motor never apart.

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Put leak detection dye in the oil and find the leak using A  UV light.

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On 1/17/2022 at 6:24 PM, wallytoo said:

says you solved it.  what was the leak?  the post you tagged as the solution doesn't offer a solution.

 

On 1/14/2022 at 11:24 PM, greg g said:

Crank shaft seal in timing cover?or lower?

Thank you for possible solution. Leak just above front of oil pan came on suddenly. Would I have to remove crank case pulley, radiator and timing chain cover and oil pan to get an idea of where the leak is coming from? Original motor never apart.

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The heavy oil leak is just below the front crank case pulley. Not that familiar with this flat head 6-1950 Dodge 3/4 ton. Is the timing chain cover and gasket above the crank case pulley or are they some how connected? Still learning. What would have to be removed?

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There is a seal where the crankshaft penetrates, and the cover gasket.  The front of the oilpan gasket is also in the vicinity.  There is a procedure for centering the crank shaft seal.  If not installed as directed, the seal will have a short life.

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