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Originally Posted by genesiscg
My 93 300e has leaked oil since the day it was new. I'm told this is common on this engine and there is nothing that will fix it. Is the mechanic telling the truth? Seems to be leaking on passenger side midway down the engine. Leaks about half a quart a month. 65k original miles.
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Original head gaskets were bad, and they always leak oil on the passenger side of the head.
The new head gaskets have metal tabs that insert into the block, keeping the gasket in place.
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Paul S.
2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.
1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".
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