Re: your mail

[Steve Stegmann <stegmann@domain.elided>]

Russ,

Before you do the valley cover gasket, do the valve cover gaskets.  They
are usually leaking and can mimic a dozen other leaks.  I used "The Right
Stuff" from Permatex and they haven't leaked yet.  One Scouter had trouble
getting an oil pan loose after using the right stuff.  I haven't tried to
get anything loose yet, so can't give that experience.

But after finally fixing the leak from the valve covers, and the oil
pressure sending unit, my Scout used 1/2 quart in 800 miles.  Not too
shabby.  I guess my oil rings are ok. 

Steve
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