Alan,
The oil cap is in place and is not where and oil leak, but I do appreciate the suggestion.
Chip
--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, Alan Boucher <alstheone@...> wrote:
>
> On 12/17/2011 7:24 PM, BStromsoe wrote:
> > Give Ben a call
> >
> > > Ben Pender
> > > Klassic Autos
> > > Vintage European Auto service, repair, and parts
> > > Madison, AL
> > > 256-489-9560
> > brian from laverne, ca
> >
> > Mary (190K) Martha (235K)
> >
> >
> > 1983 w123 300d's
> > ----------------------------------------------------------
> > *From:* Chip <czulli@...>
> > *To:* diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> > *Sent:* Saturday, December 17, 2011 4:13 PM
> > *Subject:* [diesel_mercedes] Emergency Breakdown Help
> >
> > Guys,
> >
> > I am broke down in Montgomery Alabama on the way back to NC for
> > Christmas. The 82 300 cd turbo is throwing oil all over the engine
> > somewhere from the front on the motor. The oil seems to be worse on
> > the drivers side but it is wet with oil on both sides of the motor
> > from the front back.
> >
> > I have driven it about 200 miles after finding the motor and
> > undercarrage wet with oil. It threw out about two quarts in the 200 miles.
> >
> > I had been driving it pretty hard through Texas down to New Orleans,
> > 80+ most of the way. The car still runs fine, oil pressure is good,
> > only a oil leak.
> >
> > I have stopped for the night, or more in Montgomery, Al.
> >
> > Where do I start searching for this leak? It could certainly be the
> > front seal, but I would not think it would throw that kind of oil out.
> > In the morning I'll try and dry it off and let it run to see if I can
> > find something, but some good guesses from you guys would sure be
> > helpful about now.
> >
> > Dare I continue on my journey using more oil than fuel?
> >
> > Chip
> > Montgomery, Al.
> >
> > If anyone on the board knows a good MB diesel mechanic in this area
> > that would be a welcome reference too.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> It may be a silly question since you say you have added oil after the
> leak started, but is the cap on the valve cover in place or sealing tightly?
>
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