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Old 08-29-2004, 07:52 PM
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oil build up on spark plugs

i was changing my spark plugs yesterday and i noticed alot of oil build up on them. does anyone know why this is happening?
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Piston rings might be going bad, allowing oil from the crankcase to get into the combustion chamber. Not good...
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Most likely it's caused by bad valve stem seals or if it's at your #8 cylinder it's probably a weeping head gasket. It's rare to see these cars eat the rings.
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you could try the Duralube or something MAX... it's supposed to clean out your engine, spark plugs, fuel system. i dunno if it works from personal experience but i'm sure it does a little bit.

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