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Old 04-04-11, 05:46 AM
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Default PCV valve is wet with oil

Im burning oil and I get, valve noise or pre ignition sounds, when the motor is hot or going up hill.
I pull the PCV and its very wet with oil. Do you think I have a clogged hose?
I do get some smoke on start up but its not too blue and its not too much.
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I am wondering if you have sludge? Also what grade of fuel are you burning...Pre ignition is not normal if running 91 octane, however with the ethonal blend fuels it could be.....
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