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Small leaking from oil and fluids gaskets, do I need repairs

Small leaking from oil and fluids gaskets, do I need to have this repaired?

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I have had the same issue with an oil leak. My friend told me it's normal, that's why you see oil spots everywhere. Despite if it is normal it still isn't good for the car! I drive an old dodge viper and want to get this problem fixed ASAP.

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Cars are not supposed to leak.

A small oil leak will eventually make the whole engine slimy.

If you forget to keep putting oil in, a leak can destroy the engine from running out of oil.

You don't have to have it repaired, but if it is an inexpensive repair, I think you should. (Some oil leak repairs require somewhat extensive engine disassembly, and are not cheap...)

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