I have an
oil leak in my Dart-block, AFR head 427 Windsor-architecture crate engine. The original builder will provide replacement parts only so I'm not interested in dealing with him, plus he is out of state. It appears to be coming from the cylinder heads (both sides) below the exhaust ports.
I've been trying to get the local installer to verify the leak(s) actual location(s) and pull the heads if needed to replace the gaskets. Note: I've done the dye check thing but I'm just an amateur, I want skilled people to do it for me). However, while a tremendously nice and knowledgeable guy, he is backed up so bad that he hasn't been able to get to me for several months now. So I need a reputable engine shop to verify and fix the leak(s).
I don't believe it is an intake manifold leak but that is part of the verification process.
The leak(s) are relatively small but I am concerned that they will get worse. Plus it is a mess that did not exist for the first year or so after installation.