Re: IML: Oil loss 1969 LeBaron

["Frederick Joslin" <fljoslin@xxxxxxxx>]

Thanhs:

There is a special tool 1 1/16" deep socket for removing oil senders. Just under $10 at a local auto supply store. However, this is a long socket (ca. 3") and will not clear the back of the intake manifold. The sending unit is recessed slightly under the intake. I will work on it.

----- Original Message -----
From: Dave
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Subject: Re: IML: Oil loss 1969 LeBaron
Date: Thu, 27 Jul 2006 16:50:41 -0700

I believe that sender unit is a switch for the oil lamp in the dash ("Idiot Light"). There is a special socket made just for taking out such things. I have one, and I am sure any good tool retailer can hook you up. Use a new sender/switch as a test to see if the socket will work for you.

David C. Wilker Jr.
United States Air Force, Retired

 

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Frederick Joslin

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Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2006 2:56 PM

Subject: IML: Oil loss 1969 LeBaron

I drained the oil. 1.5 quarts left.

The leak is from the smaller of the two sensors at the back of the engine at the top. Quite a steady stream.

What does this sensor do and how do I get it out. It seems to be between 1" and 1 1/16". A short socket is too short and a long socket does not clear the back of the intake manifold. I am thinking about a crow foot or some special tool.

The engine seemed to run fine, although very briefly as I determined the oil leak.   

I have ot go ride a bike now.

Thanks.

Fred Joslin

Fred Joslin