I discovered a fairly rapid oil leak from one of the oil hoses going between the oil filter housing and the block of about a drop per second or more while running on the starboard 671N. It appears to be coming from the fitting rather than the threads. I have two questions. Where would I get a hose like this made up and how much oil will drain from that location when I remove the hose?
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01-09-2021 12:29 PM #1
Leaky Oil Hose
Robert
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01-09-2021 01:23 PM #2Senior Member
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Re: Leaky Oil Hose
I would expect that if you removed the oil filter and let the line drain out into a pan it wouldn't be too bad. I'd guess a pint or so at the most, depending on the length of the hose. If the engines been off a while there shouldn't be much other than what's in the hose itself.
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01-09-2021 01:26 PM #3Senior Member
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Re: Leaky Oil Hose
Any place that makes hydraulic lines should be able to fabricate one for you.
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01-09-2021 02:26 PM #4Senior Member
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Re: Leaky Oil Hose
It looks like you will have to unfasten the filter adaptor to get the lower hose off. Change out both hoses. Once the filter is off, there should be only a pint as Bob stated. Any hydraulic shop can make those hoses while you wait.
Last edited by kelpy; 01-09-2021 at 02:30 PM.
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Re: Leaky Oil Hose
In our area there is a company named Colliflower who sell Parker-Hannefin fittings and make up hoses. If you bring them the old ones, they can run them up for you in a day or two. There should be a similar company in your area. If you can't find one, and you know anyone who operates heavy equipment, ask them who they use for hydraulic hoses. They'll probably have a go-to shop for these.
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01-09-2021 06:15 PM #6
Re: Leaky Oil Hose
Thanks Jim. That is my area, really. I'm splitting time between Chevy Chase and Colonial Beach. I'll look them up.
I appreciate all the comments. I'll give it a try.Robert
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Mattox Creek, VA