Oil Cooler Line Question

[Dezoris]

Originally Posted by PERRIN_Chris

Dezoris, it could be that the oil is coming from the inside the fitting, and when tightened up, and the car heats up for the first time, a few drips out, but then it should stop.

It also could be there is a burr on the inside of the fitting where it seals to the male fitting. If that happens, the fitting will never seal right, since it's a mechanical seal, and it'll continuously leak.

Chris thanks, I sent you guys an email today after installing washers. Going to follow up after. But I was cleaning oil every drive for a week, so I am confident it was not residual.

Pictures attached, I spoke with a race shop about my application and they felt that there was just not enough room with the size of the lines to get them angled properly with a good seal. As soon as you start tightening the lines there is stress on the fittings.

So when I installed them this time, installed the lines to the plate while the plate was not installed on the car with washers.

I'd also like to point out, Perrin support is very very good.
Nothing against them or their products this is just an issue specifically with my application

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@Dezoris did the washers fix the problem?

[mrk1]

I use a small amount of liquid Teflon on the threads on oil lines. Just make sure it's a small amount and its on the treads not the tapered seat. Been doing it for years. I keep those cone seal things in my box but never had any luck.

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@mrk1 any specific type / brand you recommend? Used to be fine but after frequent thrashings at the track, the AN fittings have begun to weep slightly.

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[7 skulls]

I know this thread is old and that you have gotten rid of the car. But I'd like to know if the washers sealed the leaks? Many Thanks.