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24-08-2010, 08:56 PM

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pressure in my crank

I have a 1.8 zetec turbo but have got pressure in the crank and there is oil coming out of the crank breather any advise would be much appreciated.

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24-08-2010, 09:15 PM

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hello mate , it could be your piston rings are worn and your getting blow by

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25-08-2010, 06:54 PM

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What he^^^ said, check your breather system is clear first.
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25-08-2010, 07:27 PM

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by breather system do you mean the crank breather if so done that......

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26-08-2010, 09:48 AM

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Yes crank breather, if you still have lots of pressure it points to bore/ring wear.
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26-08-2010, 08:58 PM

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if it is the rings is it a big job to do? or is it worth a garage doin if so wat am i looking at a garage charging.....?

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27-08-2010, 10:02 AM

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Easy diy job, a lot of work but nothing difficult really if you're a good diyer ?
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