Hi All,
Recently picked up a left hand drive 1990 90 with the 2.5 TD imported to the US from Italy. Engine has around 85k miles and was supposedly rebuilt around 80k. I recently fitted a catch can as I thought oil was leaking out of the bottom of the air filter housing but now realize there is actually a leak somewhere underneath the air filter housing and above the steering box. I can't figure out how to remove the air filter housing to figure out exactly where the leak is coming from, but it basically is dripping down right near the front left wheel, basically saturating the steering box, suspension and everything on the left side near the wheel. I have searched a bunch of posts on various Defender and Land Rover websites but can't find anyone who seems to have the exact same issue. It is impossible to tell where that leak is coming from when looking down from the engine bay as the gigantic tripod air filter housing is blocking everything and it seems impossible to get out the three bolts that hold it in place to diagnose. I'm sure I'll get to it but before I tackle that and pull everything apart I'm hoping to know what the likely cause is so I can order some parts or at least be prepared for the repair. Leak is bad, losing 1/2 quart in 120 trip.
Any information greatly appreciated for a newbie to these old rigs!
Recently picked up a left hand drive 1990 90 with the 2.5 TD imported to the US from Italy. Engine has around 85k miles and was supposedly rebuilt around 80k. I recently fitted a catch can as I thought oil was leaking out of the bottom of the air filter housing but now realize there is actually a leak somewhere underneath the air filter housing and above the steering box. I can't figure out how to remove the air filter housing to figure out exactly where the leak is coming from, but it basically is dripping down right near the front left wheel, basically saturating the steering box, suspension and everything on the left side near the wheel. I have searched a bunch of posts on various Defender and Land Rover websites but can't find anyone who seems to have the exact same issue. It is impossible to tell where that leak is coming from when looking down from the engine bay as the gigantic tripod air filter housing is blocking everything and it seems impossible to get out the three bolts that hold it in place to diagnose. I'm sure I'll get to it but before I tackle that and pull everything apart I'm hoping to know what the likely cause is so I can order some parts or at least be prepared for the repair. Leak is bad, losing 1/2 quart in 120 trip.
Any information greatly appreciated for a newbie to these old rigs!