Been chasing an oil leak that started as a slow drip and turned into a major puddle. I was able to see it dripping down the backside of the motor even at idle. Thought I ripped a rear crank seal but that wasn't it. Chased it to the top of the motor and took the intake off. Discovered the valley plate was leaking out of the drivers side rear area. Also found that none of the bolts holding the valley plate to the block were properly torqued down. As a matter fact, they were all finger tight which would explain the leaking seal. Decided to take this time and purchase the upgraded VLOM plate, (AFM engine) and now waiting for the new oil sensor (might as well) and intake manifold gaskets to come in so I can finish her up.
Found my leak and also looks like I had a critter living under the manifold at one point.
Original AFM VLOM plate compared to the upgraded version. From what I read, they have less oil bleed offs and it works better.
All cleaned up.
New VLOM plate installed. Ready for upper intake when seals arrive.
Used some blue locktite, torqued to specs and bolts marked. Now if they loosen up, I'll be able to tell.
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