Hey,
I just went out to west head with a mate, by the time i got there after not going under 100km i poped the hood and it was a bit smokey mainly coming from the back right of the engine, sort of below inbetween the fire wall.
Is this likely to be something serious or is it just cause OUTBACKS are not supposed to be pushed that hard?
Cheers,
Steve
It was smoking :(
Started by Steveee, Sep 22 2011 06:38 PM
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 06:38 PM
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 06:53 PM
Outbacks aren't designed to go over 60...
Perhaps a picture of the area you're talking about would help.
Perhaps a picture of the area you're talking about would help.
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 07:03 PM
Outbacks are a fragile beast and don't lend themselves well to being 'pushed'. Edit: Ninjad by Xon.
What did the smoke smell/look like?
It it was smoke it may be an oil leaking onto the exhaust.
Perhaps steam? Leak in the cooling system.
Either way, it needs urgent attention. Even if only to rule out a serious promlem.
What did the smoke smell/look like?
It it was smoke it may be an oil leaking onto the exhaust.
Perhaps steam? Leak in the cooling system.
Either way, it needs urgent attention. Even if only to rule out a serious promlem.
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 07:20 PM
rocker cover gasket leaking oil onto the exhaust manifold?
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 08:31 PM
yeah it didn't smell too bad idk how to describe it perhaps steaming oil, it wasn't really a horrible smell..
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 08:35 PM
Grab a torch, take plastic motor cover off and have a look, easiest way to see what the problem could be!
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 10:41 PM
I'll add my 2c - CV boot has split/torn and is spraying grease on the exhaust/motor.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 06:36 AM
I'll add my 2c - CV boot has split/torn and is spraying grease on the exhaust/motor.
Should smell sweet when burning.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 07:12 AM
I think we're on different wavelengths to the OP.
My bet also would be either a CV boot, or rocker cover gasket, as a result of abuse.
Take it to a mechanic, and let us know what it was.
My bet also would be either a CV boot, or rocker cover gasket, as a result of abuse.
Take it to a mechanic, and let us know what it was.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 10:04 AM
CV boot for shizzle.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 01:50 PM
Should smell sweet when burning.
Coolant maybe, but last time I did a CV boot it smelt pretty ordinary.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 02:02 PM
yeahMy bet also would be either a CV boot, or rocker cover gasket, as a result of abuse.
Take it to a mechanic, and let us know what it was.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 02:03 PM
Sweet with a bit of tang? Hahaha it's hard to describe a smell of burning lubricants. Maybe a bit like squashed ants?
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 02:20 PM
Hahh, thanks for all the input, ill lookk into it, i reli gotta stop trashing this car :S
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 02:49 PM
Rims rashed yet?
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 03:02 PM
nawww lolim careful with them
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 03:08 PM
if its a cv boot i may know someone that can hook you up with a good priced cv boot and someone eles that can fit it for a good price. you know where to find if its a boot.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 03:10 PM
cheers
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 03:19 PM
Depends if the CV joint itself is trashed or not.
If CV joint is ok... replace boot. Happy days. Should cost $30-$50 at a CV shaft shop if you remove the shaft yourself. Add about $100-$150 for labour at a mechanic.
If CV joint isn't ok (clicking/crunching on turning) it's time for a new shaft. $100-$150 exchange for your old one, and same for labour with mechanic.
If you've been off roading, I don't like your chances of the joint being OK. Have it inspected.
If CV joint is ok... replace boot. Happy days. Should cost $30-$50 at a CV shaft shop if you remove the shaft yourself. Add about $100-$150 for labour at a mechanic.
If CV joint isn't ok (clicking/crunching on turning) it's time for a new shaft. $100-$150 exchange for your old one, and same for labour with mechanic.
If you've been off roading, I don't like your chances of the joint being OK. Have it inspected.
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Posted 23 September 2011 - 04:21 PM
thanks, there isnt any noise when i turn, so thats a plus
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