1989 Dodge Van engine

1989 DODGE VAN
50,000 MILES • 5.6L • V8 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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BRANDON
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Why is there oil in my carburetor and air intake
May 2, 2014 at 7:51 PM
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CARADIODOC
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With no details to go on like how much oil, it's most likely condensed fumes from a non-working PVC system.
May 2, 2014 at 8:02 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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That is usually caused by excessive compression blowby past the rings due to wear. Make sure the PCV system is working properly first.
May 3, 2014 at 2:51 AM
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