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Question posted by jspeters962 on January 30th, 2015

Oil Leak,none On Dipstick,when Engine Off,but Still See Drops Coming Down

assume its oil pan or gasket,but cant see it,i tightened oil pan nuts as well i could

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on January 30th, 2015 9:13 AM

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If it's leaking bad enough to have no oil on the dip stick I suggest you put enough oil in it to get it to the closest local shop. If you drive it & it runs dry you will allow the engine to seize up.

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