G9 leaking oil

[traceman]

Are there any common areas that a G9 leaks oil or should I carry it in and have it checked out Our has a pretty bad leak and it is ruining our driveway. What would be the typical cost of a rebuild of one?

[toadady]

if it leaks that bad be shure to check the oil often, it only holds 1 quart,

it might just be the oil drain plug's gasket is bad, worst case is it has rubbed a hole into the crankcase from broken engine mounts.

[sho305]

Have to say I never seen one that leaked, but if you overfill they will pump your airbox full and it can leak.

[smallblock450sl]

Originally Posted by traceman

Are there any common areas that a G9 leaks oil or should I carry it in and have it checked out Our has a pretty bad leak and it is ruining our driveway. What would be the typical cost of a rebuild of one?

If it is directly under the drain bolt, bad crush gasket or stripped theads, that can be fixed with a helicoil or just overdrill, tap and a new bolt and oversized gasket. Many J38 style engines have had "blown" side case gaskets at the area between the 2 bolts where the dip stick is located. The new case gaskets have sealant to stop that.

[CajunLoneWolf]

Originally Posted by smallblock450sl

If it is directly under the drain bolt, bad crush gasket or stripped theads, that can be fixed with a helicoil or just overdrill, tap and a new bolt and oversized gasket. Many J38 style engines have had "blown" side case gaskets at the area between the 2 bolts where the dip stick is located. The new case gaskets have sealant to stop that.

Yep thats where mine was leaking if you recall

[sky collins]

Where do you get that side cover gasket