opinions on oil cooler leak

(82 750 maxim) I noticed after my first decent wheather long ride I was low on oil (still need a sensor, mines bad) after looking for leaks, only leak found was at the oil cooler. The main cooler (fines) were slightly wet, but more found at hose connections. I am going to replace the hoses and clamps, but was wondering if anyone has come across the actual coolers on these bikes going bad and if so is this rare or common? I am not sure if the cooler is stock or aftermarket either, name on cooler is LOCKHARDT. thanks

 

Lockhardt is aftermarket.

In order to lose oil it has to be going somewhere- the three places to look:

1 - on the ground ( I found a puddle under my bike - replacing the oil filter gasket)

2 - out the exhaust (smoke - look for more blackening than normal and friends dropping back on group rides)

3 - into the air box (Mice don't like this treatment - one way to remove nests! )

I'd suspect a little bit of 2, and a little bit of 1... are those preasure fittings that are leaking or is it just that they need snugging up?

Woot.

An oily wrench doesn't mean I know what I am doing, but it is a bit more convincing than a closed tool box still in plastic

 

Thanks Woot looked closer tonight and they are pressure hoses, and looks like previous owner over tightened them, or just worn, the clamps are actually cutting into the hose where it is leaking from.

 

If they are rubber hoses and you plan to replace them, make sure you get oil hose and not fuel hose.
The local parts store guy will try to sell you fuel hose or fuel injection hose, but it will not hold up.
Get the type with the spiral wrap on the exterior, or hydraulic hose for tractors.
Napa red silicone hose may also work, but check the pressure rating.

Nachoman

 

thanks nacho good advise