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Old Sep 19, 2000 | 06:14 AM
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ok guys Ive never had this problem before until now. Ive just noticed an oil leak from close t othe midle portion of the engine. Its weird because I know that the screw t othe oil pan is on tight but I cant find out where it is coming from . PLeae help! any suggestions.
Old Sep 19, 2000 | 06:17 AM
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Follow the leak upward til it visually stops.

Sounds like maybe the valve-cover needs tightening, or a new gasket on it.
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