GaleForce's build

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jwick

So no more oil leaks after you rebuilt all the lines?

I thought it was good. I noticed a small leak yesterday the upper line off the oil plate that replaced the oil filter. I loosened off the fitting, adjusted the line, cleaned everything up, ran the engine, no leak. Today I drove the Toronto, 1.5hrs, checked when I arrived, and the think was bleeding oil. I don't know what to do now. Fûck!!!!!!!! It will be going up on jack stands tomorrow, or the next day for me to have a good look.

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Btw... I actually like that vodka. The first time I bought it was just for the skull container

But I found myself purchasing it several more times just because. Unfortunately, we have such a terrific local Vodka (Tito's rocks!

) that is dirt cheap, so much so that I rarely branch outside of it in my vodka selections these days.

I have heard good things about Tito's. Must try it some day.

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

wow, congrats, mr.gale!

Cell · 08-12-2014, 02:52 AM

Did you have oil leaks from your braided oil lines? One of my lines had to be replaced because it ruptured in the middle of the line.

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GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Cell

Did you have oil leaks from your braided oil lines? One of my lines had to be replaced because it ruptured in the middle of the line.

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I replaced all my oil lines and fittings early spring. Used Russel Performance stuff. I see oil at the swivel of one 90 degree fitting.

The leak must get worse when the car is hot, and under pressure because when test it after I clean it up, and adjust the line, everything looks fine, you can't even see it leak when idling. What pisses me off is the oil is dripping on the Z-Speed under tray, then between the wind from driving, and the rad fan running, it blows the oil down the passenger underside of the car. My wheel well liner is coated, the lower suspension arm is coated, the down pipe is coated...

valpozguy · 08-12-2014, 10:37 AM

If you're having problems with the specific line take it to your local auto shop that has a hydraulic line compressor and have them make you the exact same line with thoes fittings, that thing will never leak

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jwick · 08-12-2014, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by valpozguy

If you're having problems with the specific line take it to your local auto shop that has a hydraulic line compressor and have them make you the exact same line with thoes fittings, that thing will never leak

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My leak happens at the swivel portion. If they remake the same hose using swivel fittings that isn't going to fix my problem.

jwick · 08-12-2014, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

I replaced all my oil lines and fittings early spring. Used Russel Performance stuff. I see oil at the swivel of one 90 degree fitting.

The leak must get worse when the car is hot, and under pressure because when test it after I clean it up, and adjust the line, everything looks fine, you can't even see it leak when idling. What pisses me off is the oil is dripping on the Z-Speed under tray, then between the wind from driving, and the rad fan running, it blows the oil down the passenger underside of the car. My wheel well liner is coated, the lower suspension arm is coated, the down pipe is coated...

Same boat brotha...same boat

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by jwick

Same boat brotha...same boat

Yep, sucks. Worrying about an oil leak is the last thing I want to do when driving/boosting. I was so pissed last night that the thought of going back to NA crossed my mind.

jwick · 08-12-2014, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Yep, sucks. Worrying about an oil leak is the last thing I want to do when driving/boosting. I was so pissed last night that the thought of going back to NA crossed my mind.

That hasn't crossed my mind but the oil leaks have made me regret, almost wish I hadn't do it, the process. Sucks that we did all this great work ourselves and stupid little oil leaks that have nothing to do with what we did are causing the issues.

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by jwick

That hasn't crossed my mind but the oil leaks have made me regret, almost wish I hadn't do it, the process. Sucks that we did all this great work ourselves and stupid little oil leaks that have nothing to do with what we did are causing the issues.

jwick · 08-12-2014, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Now that I think of it I couldn't go back NA. I went and sold all my parts. Guess if I ever get rid of it it'll be as a turbo car.

Mitco39 · 08-12-2014, 12:13 PM

I too had similar issues with the leaks. I had Sasha redo my lines (after attempting to fix them myself and having nothing but issues) and I have not had even a drop since. Something is funny with this car and these oil lines, seems to be a much to common issue.

jwick · 08-12-2014, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mitco39

I too had similar issues with the leaks. I had Sasha redo my lines (after attempting to fix them myself and having nothing but issues) and I have not had even a drop since. Something is funny with this car and these oil lines, seems to be a much to common issue.

I think the obscenely high oil pressure has something to do with it

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 12:59 PM

So far it looks like one 90 degree fitting. I thought buying a "high quality" brand name fitting (Russel Performance) would solve the leaking issue. Nope. I really don't want to drop $25 per fitting until I get a good one.

The car will be going up on jack stands hopefully this afternoon. Looks like I'll be doing an early oil change and swap out the bad fitting, I bought an extra just in case. It's almost like I can see into the future.

08-12-2014, 10:37 AM	#2181 (permalink)
valpozguy Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: valparaiso Posts: 501 Drives: 09 z Rep Power: 16	If you're having problems with the specific line take it to your local auto shop that has a hydraulic line compressor and have them make you the exact same line with thoes fittings, that thing will never leak Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I527 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2 GaleForce and Plasmite like this.

08-12-2014, 12:13 PM	#2188 (permalink)
Mitco39 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Edmonton Alberta Canada Posts: 2,089 Drives: 40th 370z Rep Power: 132	I too had similar issues with the leaks. I had Sasha redo my lines (after attempting to fix them myself and having nothing but issues) and I have not had even a drop since. Something is funny with this car and these oil lines, seems to be a much to common issue. __________________ 2007 Chevy Duramax - EFILive Tuned By Me 2010 40th W/ Nav - Boosted Performance - UpRev Tuned By Me The Mrs. Ride -2012 335XI N55 BMW - Cobb Tuned By Me, Built by her My Build --> http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...39s-build.html

08-12-2014, 12:59 PM	#2190 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	So far it looks like one 90 degree fitting. I thought buying a "high quality" brand name fitting (Russel Performance) would solve the leaking issue. Nope. I really don't want to drop $25 per fitting until I get a good one. The car will be going up on jack stands hopefully this afternoon. Looks like I'll be doing an early oil change and swap out the bad fitting, I bought an extra just in case. It's almost like I can see into the future. wheee!, JARblue and Mitco39 like this. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

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08-12-2014, 02:52 AM	#2179 (permalink)
Cell A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,449 Drives: A Garbage Truck Rep Power: 21	Did you have oil leaks from your braided oil lines? One of my lines had to be replaced because it ruptured in the middle of the line. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk 4