Persistant vacuum leak
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xavier
- E30 Zone Regular
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I am just recommissioning my E30 after a 3 month lay up. I had a few vacuum leaks. Most responded well to a new hose or clamp. The small elbow that has a pipe leading to the brake booster still will not seal well. Can I use some permatex gasket maker to seal it in? I have read this is OK.
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aimlessrock
- E30 Zone Squatter
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whats your engine type?
E30 320i Convertible (1989)
190 Mercedes (1988)
"there is nothing more expensive than a cheap E30"
190 Mercedes (1988)
"there is nothing more expensive than a cheap E30"
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xavier
- E30 Zone Regular
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M20. Early L jet injection. It also had all the mad smog stuff that was fitted to Scandanavian and Australian beemers. I have removed most of the smog stuff and fitted the later exhaust manifold.
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xavier
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The sealant did the trick. Vacuum leaks sorted. Running better.
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bosers
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I once had a persistent vacuum leak that the garage couldn't find. They were apparently BMW specialists. After some investigation it turned out to be the rocker cover gasket.
Gotta watch these 'specialist' people!
Gotta watch these 'specialist' people!