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Old Apr 22, 2001 | 09:13 PM
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I just started my freshly rebuilt 302 last weekend. I've got it running great but there is one problem...there is moisture coming out of the breather and a slight amount on the dipstick. The oil itself is very clean, there is no sign of oil in the antifreeze, the engine does not smoke at all. This is definitely moisture and not antifreeze anyway since it is clear an appears like dew. I've driven it probably 60 miles or so and it does not seem to be decreasing. If anyone has any ideas, I would really appreciate it...I'm a little worried after spending so much time and money on this engine and don't want to take any chances.

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Old Apr 22, 2001 | 10:11 PM
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Moisture Problems

is your hood off and are you sure it's not leaking? I just rebuilt my 351 C but the tarp I covered it with was leaking really bad and my 3, 4, 7, and 8 cylinders were absolutely filled with moisture, make sure everything is competely dry inside. check it out,
 
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Old Apr 22, 2001 | 11:08 PM
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No chance of leaking...the truck is in the garage and has been out of the rain for the duration of the rebuild.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2001 | 11:30 PM
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