Archived Need Info On Replacing Turbo Oil Drain Inlet

[HPLAGER]

My turbo oil drain inlet is leaking where it enters the engine block. The metal elbow is actually loose, I removed it while attempting to troubleshoot the details of why it was leaking. It appears to be a press fit into the block, no gaskets or O-rings. Has anyone ever had to replace this piece? I appreciate any help... Thanks!

 

[CPFF]

Oil leak

Wipe the oil off the pipe and the block and put a bead of Loc-Tite Retaining Compound on the pipe. As you slip it together, rotate it to spread the Loc-Tite. Let it set for an hour before you assemble the hose to it. It should be "better than new".

CPFF

 

[HPLAGER]

CPFF, thx for your reply. That was my orignal plan, however, the tolerances between the metal elbow and the hole in the block are VERY tight. I have been wrestling with this little tube for 2+ hours. I was hoping somebody might have a trick/tip/advice on how to press this @#$%^& tube back into the block. Thx again...