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Old Mar 23, 2003 | 12:24 PM
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where is this oil coming from

there is a small puddle of oil here (see pic). the valve cover gasket oinly leaks enough to look dirty. i cant figure out where it is coming from.

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Old Mar 23, 2003 | 12:27 PM
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Could likely be oil walking up the intake bolt threads, if you didn't use thread sealant on them.
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Old Mar 23, 2003 | 12:30 PM
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heres the pic
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Old Mar 23, 2003 | 01:32 PM
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Where is the PCV and brether in relation to the puddle?

Kev is probably right, but just in case you have an odd one, the PCV/breather could be dripping there.
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