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factive
10-20-2011, 06:03 PM
I knew this thing was going to leak but do think I realized just how bad it was going to be, or how quickly it would get everywhere. I have some rubber mats I bought for when I park in the garage. But anytime I park in the street or driveway, no matter how long or short, it leaves spots. I'm expecting my neighbors to complain any day now, or a fine from the HOA.

What can I do... New gaskets? New seals? Has anyone successfully stopped the leaks?
Ncrover725
10-20-2011, 07:24 PM
I just spray painted the asphalt black in a nice neat rectangle where I park my rover.
siii8873
10-20-2011, 07:50 PM
Save those cardboard boxes! I've have different levels of success with seals. Some very good success others not much better when done. Much will depend on the wear on the area where seal runs. Seen where people have used sleeves to address worn shafts, something I have no experience with.
Andrew IIA
10-20-2011, 07:51 PM
http://www.roversnorth.com/forums/images/icons/icon1.gif Stopping leaks, is it possible?



No.
SafeAirOne
10-20-2011, 08:51 PM
Look at it this way--jac04 built an (essentially) brand new air-portable and ended up fabricating a custom drip pan for it.
bkreutz
10-20-2011, 09:05 PM
Q: What do you call a Land Rover that doesn't leak oil?


A: Out of oil!
Skookumchuck
10-20-2011, 09:53 PM
The leaks just give them personality and as they are the dominant Spieces of 4x4 they are just marking their territory letting all those jeeps and Land Crusiers who is really KING!!!!:D
crankin
10-20-2011, 11:10 PM
Sometimes when I drive down the road, I leak so much oil that the cars behind me leak my oil.
leafsprung
10-20-2011, 11:59 PM
yes it is possible.
rrc.swb
10-21-2011, 06:54 AM
I asked the question LONG time ago and I was told to get a machine shop to build brass gaskets.
rejeep
10-21-2011, 07:02 AM
im fairly leak free...
but again, i fell subject to the "New Rover"
My RMS get s abit drippy.. but I have a feeling my New engine might resolve that whenever I get a chance to do the work
Donnie
10-21-2011, 04:51 PM
Yes, my 1967 109-RHD---with a Euro 6 cyl & and an OD, leaks no oel....:D
Donnie
Ncrover725
10-21-2011, 06:05 PM
I found if I park my mover on a slight incline I leak a whole lot less.
scott_b
10-21-2011, 06:45 PM
I don't have too much of a problem with motor oil, but gear oil is another story. Buy stock in Lucas.
amcordo
10-21-2011, 07:46 PM
Put down a little pile of kitty litter and always park over. No joke. All you have to do is sweep it up occassionally and replace it. It'll stop 99.9% of the oil stains. It'll even pick up old stains to some extent.
JimCT
10-21-2011, 08:07 PM
Why are you driving a Land Rover if you are worried about leaks?
factive
10-21-2011, 09:47 PM
Why are you driving a Land Rover if you are worried about leaks?

There's a lot to love besides the leaks :thumb-up:

Small price to pay. And wouldn't say I'm worried... just want to try and stop them.