oil coming of valve cover

1993 FORD TEMPO
119,000 MILES • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHN TEMPO93
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...my 93 tempo 4cyl leaks oil from oil breather cap to air filter.
Jul 10, 2011 at 2:21 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The engine blowby gases are excessive and is breathing too much due to worn piston rings.
Jul 10, 2011 at 4:13 PM
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JOHN TEMPO93
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is there any type of sealant too repair worn piston rings?
Jul 10, 2011 at 4:41 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Most don't work but you can try seamfoam.
Jul 10, 2011 at 4:56 PM
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FIXITMR
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you could try a heavier weight oil or an additive like LUCAS oil stabilizer which dramatically cuts down on vaporization/dispersion of oil. is there any oil in air cleaner itself?
Jul 11, 2011 at 6:49 PM
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