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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 12:25 AM
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oil leak

added a quart of oil my '99, 4.6L V8 about eight weeks ago just before a trip.
at 112K miles, it did not suprise me.

Picked up the supplies this week to do an oil change and discovered it was a about quart and a half low.

It does not blow smoke- not at start up, nor idle, nor highway acceleration.
My garage floor is spotless.

Now i realize it has to be going somewhere but __where__ ??

The engine compartment could use some cleaning but i really don't see anything on the valve covers or manifold.

Any ideas where to search?
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 12:30 AM
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How many miles did you put on it in the 8 weeks?

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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 04:25 AM
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Replace the PCV valve, and use only a Motorcraft valve.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 08:47 PM
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probably put about 2K miles on it between then & now.
 
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