Oil pump priming issue

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09-06-2013, 04:32 AM

Txbigfoot

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Oil pump priming issue

Puting a rebuilt motor in and I have primed the oil system through the oil sending unit access hole. I had filled the oil filter prior to prime with fresh oil. After about 2 gallons into it oil started leaking from the turbo. Is this normal? I have a spare turbo that has a couple small dings on the cane from debris from original The engine failure Any help would be appreciated

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09-06-2013, 06:26 AM

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This members truck is a 2005 Dodge CTD CR.

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09-06-2013, 09:17 AM

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Multiple posts on the same issue is really bad forum etiquette...

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09-06-2013, 09:20 AM

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My bad. I just need a time critical answer. What were your thoughts on the problem?

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09-06-2013, 09:45 AM

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The turbo bearings on my truck are lubed with engine oil, I can't say that I've ever had that portion of my engine apart before, so I guess it would depend on where the oil is coming from on the turbo. I have seen turbochargers leak oil before, but there were bad seals or loose fittings involved.