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Old 03-02-04, 05:53 PM
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Angry gas leak

ihave a first generation rx7, i have a gas leak somewhere, it is mixing with my oil and i can smell it in my filter and in my oil need some help what do i do
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gas shouldn't leak into the oil. i have no idea why you would think this. do a search on gas in oil and you will find some good explinations. welcome to the forum!
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Well I believe the rotary has a gas oil mixture. But if your car floods the gas mixes in with the oil and is sent back down to oil pan. Try replacing your oil and see what happens.
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Either you flooded your motor or you have a problem with your oil seals.

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Ask Gamble for help.

He lives in the same town as you.
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