TheMusicalMarine Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 Nowhere is my ignorance more obvious than when it comes to automobiles, especially the one I own. It's a 1993 Lumina that I bought off a buddy a couple years ago for 500 bucks, and so far it has had no major problems. I recently drove from North Carolina to Minnesota, and I'm about to head back. Before I left, I had a tune-up, and oil leaks from the front and rear seals. I made it to MN with no problem. I also got a mechanic here to look at it, and he also mentioned the leak, but when I asked him if that would be a problem on the return drive, he said just to keep an eye on it. My question: If I bring extra containers of oil in the car, should that be good enough? Are oil leaks relatively normal? Do I need to fix this before I leave? By the way, I can see a little bit of oil under the car when I park, but it doesn't look excessive. I appreciate any knowledge you car savvy folks can impart. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Nessa Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 Just keep a couple of quarts in the trunk for the trip and check the level every 500 miles or so. Keep the level "between the marks" and you should be fine. "Front and rear seals" could mean a couple of things but if that diagnosis is literally correct, don't spend the money to solve the problem - it could cost more than you paid for the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSngry Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 If there's nothing more to the story, don't sweat it. It's a 93 Lumina. Stuff like this is common, and nothing to worry about at this juncture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmitry Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 A '93 Lumina still on the road?! It's a miracle! Buy some coolant and don't sweat it. I'd check the hoses too. If they're not dried up [which would be another miracle], you'll make it back home fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WD45 Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 What Chuck said. No imminent danger there. Kepp an eye on it an you should be fine. Hope your stay in the North Star state treated you well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catesta Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 Ditto, ditto, and ditto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMusicalMarine Posted August 12, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 I love you guys. Thanks much. And WD45, Minnesota treats everyone well. Best state in the union. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris olivarez Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Keep an eye on it and if all it requires is the oil then you should be ok but if it looks like it's going to cost you a bunch of money just say "thank you car" and start looking for other transportation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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