03 g35 oil leak! - Page 2 - G35Driver - Infiniti G35 & G37 Forum Discussion

Apr 18, 2012 | 08:56 AM

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snowtrax

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If the gasket is leaking it is best to replace the gasket and not patch it with an oil sealer. Fix it right the first time.

Welcome to entry level luxury vehicle ownership.

What's that supposed to mean? You're just as likely to get an oil leak in an Altima as your are in a G35.

Apr 18, 2012 | 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by snowtrax

What's that supposed to mean? You're just as likely to get an oil leak in an Altima as your are in a G35.

It's supposed to mean that this isn't a $1,000 civic where using some oil sealer or slopping some RTV on the gasket will suffice.

Apr 18, 2012 | 09:57 AM

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It's supposed to mean that this isn't a $1,000 civic where using some oil sealer or slopping some RTV on the gasket will suffice.

I don't think in any case just sealer would be a good option.

Apr 18, 2012 | 12:11 PM

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5w20? that's way too thin. this engine shears oil like crazy.
try switching to 5w30 or 5w40 or 0w40 and see if the leak goes away before buying the gasket and replacing it. just a personal opinion.