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Old 03-29-2015, 07:57 PM
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Oil on air filter

I have an 89 formula 305 tpi just found oil all over my air filter. I checked the PCV and it is sucking air so I don't think it is blocked. The car does need valve seals. What could be causing this? let me know thanks!
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Re: Oil on air filter

All the way in the front corner of the engine bay? (Stock filter location)
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Re: Oil on air filter

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