I have just completed a two year restomod to my 73 2002. Funny…I bought it as a pandemic project to keep me busy with the intent to sell it and get another project at the end of it but man oh man, I have become quite attached to it.
Anyway - too much work done to list but the problem is two nagging leaks that are eluding me - so speaking opinions for to hunt down. New 1.8 litre block - hardened crank - 292 cam - light weight flywheel - pulley, 123 ignition- heavy duty springs…well you get the idea. Car is a delight to drive but there is a tiny leak that drops on my garage floor. When inspecting the car, I see oil accumulates on the steering linkage and where the transmission is bolted on the block , as well as a reveal at the base of the dip stick. My engine builder is maddened by this as he is extremely capable and experienced yet never seen it before. My colleague at work suggested the pressure was too high in the block and it may be coming out the rear seal and the base of the dipstick so yesterday I pulled the dipstick up to allow pressure to release at that point and I have the same issue. Do I have to try a more permanent pressure relief system or are there other ideas I could try?