small crack in block

2006 SUBARU OUTBACK
106,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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MRSUBARU
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I noticed some oil on the (top)passenger side of the engine on my son's 2006 Subaru Outback (about one tablespoon). It is not from the oil sending unit. He brought the car in to a Subaru dealer in MA, to check it out and they told him it has a small crack in the top of the block. They estimate approximately $5000 for a short block (inc. labor) or $2500 for a used engine.

I believe he needs to get a second opinion. Does a crack in the block seem a possibility? (In the last 1600 miles traveled, the oil still measures full.) If not, what do you think may be the problem?
Jan 21, 2011 at 2:48 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Wash down the oil and re drive, if there is a crack, which i doubt, you will normally see a small wet line develop, and i would get ta second opinion, do not mention what the dealer has said, so you do not seed any thoughts of a huge repair bill, let me know what you find out.

Mark (mhpautos)
Feb 6, 2011 at 12:57 PM