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[mk=john]

Hi All

I have a 998cc Mk1 Cooper which has the paper filter type oil housing. After a long run yesterday, I found when I parked the car outside my garage, oil was dripping from the centre of the housing where the bolt is located.
It is dripping quite a lot with the engine running, about 6" diameter patch is left after about 5 minutes of running.

Can anyone please tell me where I can obtain a sealing kit for the centre bolt, for this type of filter housing?

Thanks

[m1n1]

You normally get them when you buy a new oil filter. It would be more convenient for you to buy a new one then you can just replace the lot in one go. Any good motor factors should have one, but be sure to check the box for them!

[mk=john]

Hi
But I am not using a modern type spin on filter. I understand that is the case, but I want to find the sealing kit/ring that is used for the retaining bolt for the old type paper filter housing.

Thanks

[m1n1]

i was refering to the paper oil filter! i have bought a fair few in the past.

[Big_Adam]

i was checking mini spare and they all come as a bear filter.

i'll have a search for some seals tho.

think this could be it

http://www.minispare....aspx?pid=36420

Edited by Big_Adam, 05 September 2006 - 03:00 PM.

[Garagiste]

Pretty sure mine came with the seals, and they even stock them at Halfrauds.
And yes, defo the paper type as they were fitted to all the autos.