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Stihl 362 leaks bar oil

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  1. Andimus Prime

    Andimus Prime

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    I noticed my 362 leaking bar oil out of the oiler hole (I think) the other day. I’ve got it draining over a pan now. I think it’s been weeping for a while but I really noticed it after it took a drop of about 4 feet the other day.

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    Andimus Prime, May 25, 2020
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    Do you keep a bar and chain on it?
     
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    Yes.
     
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    Next time you use it loosen the oil fill cap to relieve any pressure then tighten it back up and then let it sit like normal and see if it is still weeping.
     
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    I went out to check it after work today expecting an empty oil tank. Lo and behold it was still full! What could cause a mystery trickle like that? :sherlock:
     
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    A bit of dirt ,sawchip in the tank vent will hold it open ,and let it gravity feed .
     
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