where is this oil coming from

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Mar 23, 2003 | 12:24 PM

camaro_1983_383

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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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Mar 23, 2003 | 12:27 PM

kevinc

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Car: 1982 Z28

Engine: LS1

Transmission: T56

Could likely be oil walking up the intake bolt threads, if you didn't use thread sealant on them.

Mar 23, 2003 | 12:30 PM

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heres the pic

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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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