Little dribble
 

Found a little dribble of oil around my oil filter, does it sound like it just needs nicking up a bit?

Doesn't drip it just weeps a bit, I've wiped it clean but it returns.

No expert here, thankfully someone will be along soon.

IMO, it would be useful to know the state of the filter o-ring, whether it was located/lubricated properly when it was fitted.

This would need careful watching if you don't decide to investigate thoroughly, as oil on the back tyre does nothing good for grip (although it would be excellent for learning how to "back-it-into-corners").

It never hurts to be sure, get some new oil and new oil filter, and whip the filter off. I had this on the zzr, it turned out the seal had broken.

If you do take it off, check the housing it screws into, and the thread.

[Edited on 6-8-2005 by Flanks]

Could be just not done up properly, but for a new filter and seal you'll get change from a tenner.

OK I assume it doesn't really matter how often you change your oil? Is there a bit of "run it gently period" after changing the oil?

Does the seal come with the replacement filter?

Lastly do I need a special tool for removing and replacing an oil filter. Quick look in the Haynes Manual suggests I do. Is it universal and easy to come by?

Thanks again

they come off easy enough with out a tool. and yep the O ring comes with the new filter.

Remove the old filter by whatever violence is deemed necessary. If you've not got the right tool then stick it with a screwdriver.

For the new filter, when you stick it in don't forget to lube up your ring.

[Edited on 6-8-2005 by NBs996]

I use a strap wrench from B&Q - works for me.

Also useful for removing the oil filter!

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I thought a post entitled 'Little Dribble' was going to be some rude photo of one of our more colourful members:lol:

WeeJohnyB

Oh dear ... I thought the same ... :lol:

Me too everton and NBs996 said (don't forget to lube your ring):lol:

Probably best I don't know about this. :saint:

Just at thought,sure its the oil filter,leaks from the slave cylinder,clutch pushrod,engine cover,can end up with a drip around the filter.

The filters leak if they are put on dry. You need to smear the seal with engine oil before fitting it.
Chances are, the seal will stay stuck to the cases when you remove the filter.
They don't need doing any tighter than hand tight when replacing them.

No not at all, I work in the oil industry and can assure you that the important thing is to get a good quality oil and then check the level after your first blat to check that all is ok.

I have an "oil" leak that I thought was the oil cooler joint. It manifests itself as a drip on the engine case centreline and then onto the exhaust.
I have installed a new oil cooler after cracking my one (doh!) but have found the drip is still there.
NOW...I have noticed that the fluid level in the clutch m/cyl has reduced noticeably since I topped it up approx 2 weeks ago!
I rekon you are right as I know my old 748 used to leak from there.
R X

For a moment I thought this thread was about a short-a**ed cockney doughnut eating geezer... :lol:

Oil filters for Ducati or should I say Twins are know to shake loose. My mechanic tightens them so tight, you need to stick a screw driver in there to get it out and some times that does'nt work. He does this because he has had atl east 9 drop oil on the track.

I change my oil every time I go on the track and fit a Jubilee Clip to the filter and then wire it to the frame. It saves having to over tighten it and the hassel of removing it later.

If you do change the filter/oil make sure you clean the pick-up filter as well

""they come off easy enough with out a tool. and yep the O ring comes with the new filter""

its not an O ring, its a square section rubber joint !!
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Oh nad oil filters have a torque setting which you are supposed to use to tighten them to your engine too..read your haynes manuals you naughty boys !!:frog:

....where'd you get that piccy of me?