My Sprint's engine, gearbox and axle have all been topped up to the right levels with the correct oil, but it's not leaking, at all.
Anyone have any suggestions?
Oil problem.
Oil problem.
Current fleet: '75 Sprint, '73 1850, Daihatsu Fourtrak, Honda CG125, Yamaha Fazer 600, Shetland 570 (yes it's a boat!)
Past fleet: Triumph 2000, Lancia Beta Coupe, BL Mini Clubman, Austin Metro, Vauxhall Cavalier MK1 & MK2, Renault 18 D, Rover 216 GSI, Honda Accord (most expensive car purchase, hated, made out of magnetic metal as only car I've ever been crashed into...4 times), BMW 318, Golf GTi MK3 16v x 3
Past fleet: Triumph 2000, Lancia Beta Coupe, BL Mini Clubman, Austin Metro, Vauxhall Cavalier MK1 & MK2, Renault 18 D, Rover 216 GSI, Honda Accord (most expensive car purchase, hated, made out of magnetic metal as only car I've ever been crashed into...4 times), BMW 318, Golf GTi MK3 16v x 3
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Carledo
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Re: Oil problem.
Scrap it immediately! If it gets out that BL cars can be oil tight, everyone will want one!
I'll have a truck round in the morning to collect it!
Steve
I'll have a truck round in the morning to collect it!
Steve
'73 2 door Toledo with Vauxhall Carlton 2.0 8v engine (The Carledo)
'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
'72 Triumph 1500FWD in Slate Grey, Now with RWD and Carledo powertrain!
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'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
'72 Triumph 1500FWD in Slate Grey, Now with RWD and Carledo powertrain!
Maverick Triumph, Servicing, Repairs, Electrical, Recomissioning, MOT prep, Trackerjack brake fitting service.
Apprentice served Triumph Specialist for 50 years. PM for more info or quotes.
Re: Oil problem.
It is very perplexing I must say, it's been suggested that there might be a blockage somewhere or that I need my eyes tested, all quite likely candidates. Otherwise, your suggestion might be the only way to deal with the issue, or this could ruin years of uncareful marketing if the truth got out...
Current fleet: '75 Sprint, '73 1850, Daihatsu Fourtrak, Honda CG125, Yamaha Fazer 600, Shetland 570 (yes it's a boat!)
Past fleet: Triumph 2000, Lancia Beta Coupe, BL Mini Clubman, Austin Metro, Vauxhall Cavalier MK1 & MK2, Renault 18 D, Rover 216 GSI, Honda Accord (most expensive car purchase, hated, made out of magnetic metal as only car I've ever been crashed into...4 times), BMW 318, Golf GTi MK3 16v x 3
Past fleet: Triumph 2000, Lancia Beta Coupe, BL Mini Clubman, Austin Metro, Vauxhall Cavalier MK1 & MK2, Renault 18 D, Rover 216 GSI, Honda Accord (most expensive car purchase, hated, made out of magnetic metal as only car I've ever been crashed into...4 times), BMW 318, Golf GTi MK3 16v x 3
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NickMorgan
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Re: Oil problem.
Well that's your rust-proofing knackered then!
1959 TR3A, 1970 Triumph 1300, 1974 Toledo
Thanks Photobucket 
Thanks Photobucket Re: Oil problem.
Oh no! Right, I'm going out to drill a few small holes in my sump at once!
Current fleet: '75 Sprint, '73 1850, Daihatsu Fourtrak, Honda CG125, Yamaha Fazer 600, Shetland 570 (yes it's a boat!)
Past fleet: Triumph 2000, Lancia Beta Coupe, BL Mini Clubman, Austin Metro, Vauxhall Cavalier MK1 & MK2, Renault 18 D, Rover 216 GSI, Honda Accord (most expensive car purchase, hated, made out of magnetic metal as only car I've ever been crashed into...4 times), BMW 318, Golf GTi MK3 16v x 3
Past fleet: Triumph 2000, Lancia Beta Coupe, BL Mini Clubman, Austin Metro, Vauxhall Cavalier MK1 & MK2, Renault 18 D, Rover 216 GSI, Honda Accord (most expensive car purchase, hated, made out of magnetic metal as only car I've ever been crashed into...4 times), BMW 318, Golf GTi MK3 16v x 3
Re: Oil problem.
I have the same problem. Took my Sprint engined TR7 on a club run to a stately home last week and some of our cars were lined up in front for photos and attracted a lot of attention from other visitors. As we left several hours later I checked and my car had not left a spot of oil on their nice tarmac but some of the others (TR3s, TR4s and TR6s) had left quite a bit. Couple of them even carry their own drip trays!
Russ Cooper
Dursley
UK
Dursley
UK
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trackerjack
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Re: Oil problem.
Don't panic or worry as soon it will start to leak and become normal 
How about this then. Years ago I had an awful boss who was totally disliked by one and all. His pride of ownership was a Lotus Cortina upon which he doted and cleaned to oblivion
He would drive it in on all dry days and park in "his spot" and we would wait until he was on the phone or on the loo and one of us would sneak out and empty a small cup of oil beneath his engine, he would come out and scratch his head and take it to the local garage to be checked. We would then wait a few days and repeat the process................oh days of fun.
Some years later when I was invited to a meal with friends and work chums I was told that this boss had become a millionaire and when I was saddened by the news it was pointed out that he (the boss) could not buy a ticket to our table
How about this then. Years ago I had an awful boss who was totally disliked by one and all. His pride of ownership was a Lotus Cortina upon which he doted and cleaned to oblivion
He would drive it in on all dry days and park in "his spot" and we would wait until he was on the phone or on the loo and one of us would sneak out and empty a small cup of oil beneath his engine, he would come out and scratch his head and take it to the local garage to be checked. We would then wait a few days and repeat the process................oh days of fun.
Some years later when I was invited to a meal with friends and work chums I was told that this boss had become a millionaire and when I was saddened by the news it was pointed out that he (the boss) could not buy a ticket to our table
track action maniac.
The lunatic is out................heres Jonny!
The lunatic is out................heres Jonny!
Re: Oil problem.
Maybe your's had run out on the way?dursley92 wrote:I have the same problem. Took my Sprint engined TR7 on a club run to a stately home last week and some of our cars were lined up in front for photos and attracted a lot of attention from other visitors. As we left several hours later I checked and my car had not left a spot of oil on their nice tarmac but some of the others (TR3s, TR4s and TR6s) had left quite a bit. Couple of them even carry their own drip trays!
Re: Oil problem.
geeksteve wrote:Maybe your's had run out on the way?dursley92 wrote:I have the same problem. Took my Sprint engined TR7 on a club run to a stately home last week and some of our cars were lined up in front for photos and attracted a lot of attention from other visitors. As we left several hours later I checked and my car had not left a spot of oil on their nice tarmac but some of the others (TR3s, TR4s and TR6s) had left quite a bit. Couple of them even carry their own drip trays!
Could be, I must check sometime.
Russ Cooper
Dursley
UK
Dursley
UK