crank case oil cannister...maybe leaking

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11-23-2012, 11:33 AM

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crank case oil cannister...maybe leaking

not sure if I need it , I'm coating bottom side and tailgate 235K miles runs great all stock except steering stabilizer.

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11-23-2012, 12:16 PM

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You talking about the canister at the front of the engine, correct? It is something that need to be in place. Most guys remove the bottle, and use heater hose to extend the blow by hose to axle level.

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11-23-2012, 12:45 PM

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little plastic bottle up front seems empty ,am trying to trace leaks. thanks

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11-25-2012, 12:28 AM

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i dont get what the little bottle is??? the road draft tube??, i just plumbed mine to rear oh cab

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11-25-2012, 05:31 PM

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Took bottle off cleaned it about 1/3 full of oil, also took crankcase canister off cleaned and put back on .I've got a good run to coast of Carolina's to check it out.

Thanks for everyones help