Aluminum turbo oil feed fitting

[GNICETRY]

So noticed a little leak from the oil feed fitting. Took it off. Wonder why. Looks pretty mashed up. Did someone cross thread this or just from heat/vibration? Had this on for years with no issue.

 

[Chuck Leeper]

The hose pushing on the turbo cover?

 

[GNICETRY]

I don't have a turbo cover. I do have a turbo blanket. Stainless line with plenty of give and length.

 

[TurboTGuy]

Gremlins!

 

[1KWIKSIX]

So noticed a little leak from the oil feed fitting. Took it off. Wonder why. Looks pretty mashed up. Did someone cross thread this or just from heat/vibration? Had this on for years with no issue.

Maybe replace that aluminum feed elbow with a stainless steel unit . It will be much more durable

 

[GNICETRY]

I got a steel one.

What do you guys put on the threads? I had thread sealant tape on it before

 

[scgnx2]

The stock fittings were Flared so no sealant was required.

 

[dynoman]

What do you guys put on the threads? I had thread sealant tape on it before

I use Loctite 567 . You can use it on head bolts or front cover bolts that go into the water jacket .

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