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Message: Re: lazy man's oil question (for mature engines)

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Changed By: boxsterd
Change Date: December 05, 2013 12:19PM

Re: lazy man's oil question (for mature engines)
I've had this minor cam cover leak for years….I never notice any actual leakage. No drops of oil on the garage floor. No drop in oil level from the electronic dash gauge.
However I do occasionally notice a faint "burning" smell after driving.
Do you think the 10w-40 oil will help with that? Do you think I should get the leak fixed? Dealer quoted me $1500 to seal the cam covers.

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Author: boxsterd
Date: December 05, 2013 12:19PM

Re: lazy man's oil question (for mature engines)
I've had this minor cam cover leak for years….I never notice any actual leakage. No drops of oil on the garage floor. No drop in oil level from the electronic dash gauge.
However I do occasionally notice a faint "burning" smell after driving.
Do you think the 10w-40 oil will help with that?