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You've got a lot to learn about working on engines. If you have a question like, "why are my plugs covered in oil" start by searching phrases like that, and research that on your favorite search engine.

You have a leaking valve cover, happens to every car. purchasing a replacement valve cover gasket, torque the cover down to spec (not too tight) and using the proper technique with gasket makers (like RTV, clean surface, let it skin over, then install valve cover/gasket.)

My concern would be the the intervals the car has been serviced. a quick peek under the valve cover you'll be able to see the buildup/sludge.

dude...ive got a lot to learn period. Although i pretty much that to be the issue...thats why i didnt even bother to ask. Ill make sure i take some pics of the job so you can check it out. I will tell you this though man....the more i go to fix, the more i realize needs to be fixed. For instance....bled the brakes a week ago, and now they have air back in em. So, somewhere there is a leak i get to look for. car is gonna make me crazy

make sure you're bleeding the brakes with two people (or using the appropriate bleeder) and bleed each line. It can take a while to do. Also bleed the clutch line while you're at it since they share the same reservoir.

The reason why I said that isn't to tell you you're a N00b but try not to jump to conclusions until you research what the symptoms really mean. First time I saw oil on my sparks I thought my head gasket was dead. I thought my engine was on it's way out and was going to die.

well...still waiting on this valve cover gasket to come in so i can get that sorted...i did however pressure wash under the hood to get the dirt and grime off of the block and trans....see if there are any other leaks...under the headers is concerning me because it looks a little oily again. Im hoping i wont need to mess with that right now tho. I did get the radio on so now i know my back speakers are blown. Im looking forward to putting my 2 kicker L5's with my 2 750 watt kicker amps in the back once i get the deck the rest of the way sorted. Still no idea as to why the car is cutting off on a right turn but she is that one issue away from dd use i also found some 17s for cheeeeep so i might be investing in them as well

well, i fell in love with my car today ...finally got the right turn issue sorted. The only bad news i have to report is that the kicker box wouldnt fit it was too tall. Got those 17's n ill make sure i post em soon as they are on. Also found not 1 but 3 escort GT's at PnP today

Welp, I got around to doing the valve cover gasket....simple enough when i popped the top this is what i saw

and here is a close up


Next up was the WHEELS...I got em for the low 150 to be exact. Pretty good lookin if I say so myself

and here is my baby


Ive still got to put the fuel pump in but uhh im lazy. lol

Wellllllll even though i still havent put the fuel pump in....i ordered some shifter bushings! i got tired of all the play in my shifter. I ordered them from corksport so hopefully we will enjoy it! Plus i couldnt find them anywhere else... lol

when you get the shift linkage off, there's the 3rd link that has bushings in it that CANNOT be replaced. If they are worn, you'll need to dremel off the link, and install new bushings and a new bolt. I believe there is information in the FAQ for this?

thank you! i used the search n found a link for the third bushing kit which is the non servicable one you were speaking of...i think im gonna get that when i get the new clutch line so i can have a nice tight stiff shift

got the shift bushings in and i LOVE them!!! man it feels great! im looking forward to getting the non servicable bushing replaced to get rid of the last little bit of play

in other news, a guy was speeding in my neighborhood and ran into the back of my f250. Just got the call today that the frame is bent....so they are going to lay the bully machine down to rest for good. but the silver lining is i will be getting a check...so hopefully i will have a swap done sooner rather than later.

well....im still waiting on my check from my truck getting totalled...so i can do my dohc swap. Plus im still looking for a doner as well. I figured i would piddle around n do some small stuff. Did an oil change yipee but i did clean up the headlights a bit
I used 1000 grit, 1500, then 2000 and wet sanded down...grabbed some plasic polish and sealer (came with the plasic polish) n hooked it up. Here is a before

and after

i liked the results so much i did the tails as well but forgot to take an after picture lol ill post those soon
and here is just a random shot i took

those lights and rims look really good. I used turtle wax headlight stuff on the presso and they didnt come as clean as yours. I think i will copy you and use the sandpaper method

thanks man! i used soapy water when i sanded them down and used the 1000 diagnoally the 1500 horizontally and vertically....then the 2000 diagonally....wiped it off. Used the plastic polish in 2 coats....then sprayed it off n put the sealant on em. I love how they turned out too. Saved me from having to get new ones. Headlights are a big thing for me

car looks awesome. i love your rims. and thats a great job on your headlights. keep posting what you do in the future

weeeellllll....my new motor trans swap came in today but unfortunately i am in Bend, OR for the rest of the month. The piston rings were givin out on the SOHC and i found a KLZE swap for 1k with brand new exhaust...its at home waiting on me so i can get to work on it On a lighter note...the rental while im here in OR is a Mazda come on Nov. 30th. Ill get some picks up as soon as i get them. Happy Thanksgiving!!