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Old 07-25-2008 | 07:34 PM
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can anyone confirm if the oil pan seals are gone when i have oil bubbles on the dipstick, oil pressure warning on, need a cheap mechanic north east england as i also just had to buy new headlight bulbs, both front suspension arms, 2 back tyres, going on holiday in 3 weeks so i need to get it done asap, is it ok to drive with this problem, short term, thanks guy's
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 11:18 AM
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I would fix ASAP could cause damage to motor.
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 01:13 PM
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is it the oil pan seals then, any idea on cost?
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 01:17 PM
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I would say yes it is. Not really sure of cost. I usually only fix them not price the jobs out. Sorry
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 02:38 PM
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thanks mate, anyone got an idea on price?
also is the suspension arm something i can do on my own or do i need a mechanic?
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 03:12 PM
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Why the arms need to be replaced?
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 04:10 PM
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changed drivers side a few weeks ago as i was told you had to change the arms, as you couldnt buy just the bush, now passenger side needs doing, i have it but i just want to know if i can do it.
 
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Old 07-26-2008 | 05:20 PM
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You should be able to. Its not really that hard.
 
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