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Old 09-28-2006   #1 (permalink)
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Default Oil above the spark plug in #6 & 7 1997 Cobra Vert

While changing the coil packs, spark plugs and spark plug wires on my recently purchased 1997 Cobra Convertible today, I noticed oil above the spark plugs in cylinders #6 & #7 (on the driver's side). The plugs, coil packs and plug wires appear to be original (the wires have 1997 printed on them). The plugs did not appear oil fouled. I'm thinking that this may be a head or valve cover gasket issue - but I'm very greeen to understanding the 4.6, 4Vmotor.

Should I be worried? Have any of you had this happen to you? If yes, what did you do to correct the problem?

Also, I removed the stock strut tower brace to gain access to a few of the plugs using my 3/8 10 inch extension. Is there a way I could have avoided this using different tools?

I'm hoping my issue isn't a real expensive fix, but I'm committed to my new Cobra - so it will need to be taken care of.

Another question - anyone out there with the FIPK (K&N) for the 97 Cobra? I'm also in the process of installing it, too. It seems like a good addition, but I'd love to hear about your experience.

Thanks for any help you can provide!
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I would bet you have a valve cover gasket leaking. Keep an eye on it and if it's not pouring out I would leave it alone.
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