New Terrano Owner - Page 2

One Foot in the Gravy · 23-04-2021, 15:57

I was just looking up something to add to oil when I do the change and came accross this on Amazon

Wynn's 50664 325ml Engine Stop Leak -> https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A3P5ROKL5A1OLE

Can anyone speak to it's effects on a Terrano engine?

solarman216 · 23-04-2021, 19:46

Like most of these cure all in a tin waste of space, Rick

elty001 · 24-04-2021, 08:54

A couple of common places for oil leaks are the dip stick tube.
The o rings loose their ability to seal over time.
Bottom part of the sump can rust and become porus and leak.
If you are ever in my area i can have a look for you.

One Foot in the Gravy · 24-04-2021, 14:37

I might take you up on that offer! I'm beginning to think that I have bought a Te-rust-ano!

elty001 · 02-05-2021, 11:36

Was nice to meet you this morning.
Fingers crossed a new o ring on the dipstick will sort the oil leak

terranosaurusdoug · 02-05-2021, 14:17

He's not replied, what you done to him

Head gasket is a big leap from dipstick o-ring aye

I've got a box with all size o-rings if you want me to post you a few out gravy

makeitfit · 02-05-2021, 20:51

It was piston rings on mine when the dip stick wouldn't stay put ��

elty001 · 03-05-2021, 06:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by makeitfit

It was piston rings on mine when the dip stick wouldn't stay put ��

Same issue with mine,the dipstick is staying put but oil is getting past the o ring.
Had this on a couple of terranos.
Chris is going to fit a new o ring,clean the oil off the engine and keep an eye on it.
If the leak is still there then i think the next port of call will be the oil cooler and associated pipe work on the side of the block behind the starter motor.

One Foot in the Gravy · 05-05-2021, 13:06

sorry, been busy with work!

Thanks again for your help at the weekend, it put my mind to rest that I hadn't bought a total nail.

I have a box of o rings from working on my Vespa, but it's sods law that none of them fit! I have wrapped a bit of electric tape around the top of the dipstick for now which has given it a nice snug fit, so I'll keep an eye on it and see if it helps

One Foot in the Gravy · 16-07-2021, 10:11

So, I just passed another Terrano on the road today for the first time since owning one.

The other driver was grinning like he'd found gold and giving me the thumbs up.

Is it common for Terrano drivers to salute each other in this way?

He caught me by surprise so I only managed a half-hearted wave in reply

solarman216 · 16-07-2021, 20:05

It happens, Rick

panelbeater · 19-07-2021, 20:19

was he towing a caravan lol.

23-04-2021, 19:46	#17
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,431	Like most of these cure all in a tin waste of space, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

16-07-2021, 20:05	#26
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,431	It happens, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

23-04-2021, 15:57	#16
One Foot in the Gravy Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Derby Vehicle: 2004 LWB Terrano 2.7 SE Posts: 55	I was just looking up something to add to oil when I do the change and came accross this on Amazon Wynn's 50664 325ml Engine Stop Leak -> https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A3P5ROKL5A1OLE Can anyone speak to it's effects on a Terrano engine?

24-04-2021, 08:54	#18
elty001 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Aflreton,Derbyshire. Vehicle: 2000se+ 2.7tdi terrano II Posts: 6,832	A couple of common places for oil leaks are the dip stick tube. The o rings loose their ability to seal over time. Bottom part of the sump can rust and become porus and leak. If you are ever in my area i can have a look for you.

24-04-2021, 14:37	#19
One Foot in the Gravy Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Derby Vehicle: 2004 LWB Terrano 2.7 SE Posts: 55	I might take you up on that offer! I'm beginning to think that I have bought a Te-rust-ano!

02-05-2021, 11:36	#20
elty001 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Aflreton,Derbyshire. Vehicle: 2000se+ 2.7tdi terrano II Posts: 6,832	Was nice to meet you this morning. Fingers crossed a new o ring on the dipstick will sort the oil leak

02-05-2021, 14:17	#21
terranosaurusdoug Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Yorkshire, J33 M62 Vehicle: 2000 Terrano lwb 2.7TDI Posts: 5,500	He's not replied, what you done to him Head gasket is a big leap from dipstick o-ring aye I've got a box with all size o-rings if you want me to post you a few out gravy

02-05-2021, 20:51	#22
makeitfit Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: on the beach WEST WALES Vehicle: Maverick TDi BLACK mmm Posts: 15,136	It was piston rings on mine when the dip stick wouldn't stay put ��

05-05-2021, 13:06	#24
One Foot in the Gravy Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Derby Vehicle: 2004 LWB Terrano 2.7 SE Posts: 55	sorry, been busy with work! Thanks again for your help at the weekend, it put my mind to rest that I hadn't bought a total nail. I have a box of o rings from working on my Vespa, but it's sods law that none of them fit! I have wrapped a bit of electric tape around the top of the dipstick for now which has given it a nice snug fit, so I'll keep an eye on it and see if it helps

16-07-2021, 10:11	#25
One Foot in the Gravy Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Derby Vehicle: 2004 LWB Terrano 2.7 SE Posts: 55	So, I just passed another Terrano on the road today for the first time since owning one. The other driver was grinning like he'd found gold and giving me the thumbs up. Is it common for Terrano drivers to salute each other in this way? He caught me by surprise so I only managed a half-hearted wave in reply

19-07-2021, 20:19	#27
panelbeater Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: clacton on sea essex Vehicle: nissan terrano 2 2.7 tdi Posts: 1,638	was he towing a caravan lol.