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Message started by djo723 on 01/05/09 at 12:35:23

Title: Oil Leak
Post by djo723 on 01/05/09 at 12:35:23

I recently purchased a Savage and it seems to have an oil leak at the top of the cylinder where the ridges are (it seems to be coming from the exhaust port I think). It is my first bike so I am somewhat new to this. I have pictures but it wont let me upload them because the file is too big but even when I make it significantly smaller it still says it is too big. I know I am being vague with my problem but any help is appreciated.. particularly with cost of repair or if I could do it myself
Thanks

Title: Re: Oil Leak
Post by Yonuh Adisi on 01/05/09 at 12:54:16

This is most likely your problem.

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To post pictures, you first have to upload them to a site such as Bikepics or myspace, then copy and paste the location between these brackets [img]paste pic location here[/img ]

Title: Re: Oil Leak
Post by Stimpy on 01/06/09 at 12:17:20

This is a very common savage pet peev
hehe, welcome to the club ::)

I've had this problem for over 3 years, no big deal,
just keep track of your oil level and keep the area
clean so the engine cools well, I personally use a
spray bottle with diesel fuel, a grill brush and a cottony
rag 2 times a month, problem solved.

I've been meaning to fix it for a while now, even bought
all the parts i'll need allready, but the thing is that you have to
tear apart 1/2 the engine to replace a stupid $3 rubber plug :P

Title: Re: Oil Leak
Post by djo723 on 01/06/09 at 15:21:22

I appreciate your responses. So it doesn't seem to be a problem that has to be remedied as long as the area is clean and the oil is at the right level?

Title: Re: Oil Leak
Post by verslagen1 on 01/06/09 at 15:31:16

As long as you keep oil in it and you can stand the mess, it'll be ok.