Oil Leak
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Oil Leak
I am wondering if there is any known area that leaks on the passenger side rear head. I have a small leak that I noticed while under the truck yesterday coming from the rear of the motor up top. Could it be just the valve cover gasket? Or is there no oil on the top like a gas motor. Just wondering if there is anything in that area that would cause this.
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Others may disagree but this is kinda a normal leak as long as you aren't using much oil don't worry about it. There is a plug up in there that has an oring that begins to leak, also the valve cover gaskets can tend to loosen up and begin to leak some times. Try tightening that down and then just check the oil and enjoy the waterproofing effect on the oil on the driveway 
until the leak becomes more than a small drip. mine leaks, I use about a quart every 3K
until the leak becomes more than a small drip. mine leaks, I use about a quart every 3K
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Thank You, I dont lose much oil at all. It is more annoying than anything. It is always sad to see your motor go from pristine to small leaks here and there. Oh well. I will let it be. Again, thanks.
