So I've been running my 272 with the valve covers off so I can watch for oil flow. (And becuase I want to clean up the valve covers before putting them back on.)
When I'm running the engine there is some exhaust/smoke coming up through the pushrod areas (I think) it is enough that I can see it coming out and it lingers around under the hood etc. This is coming from the crank case right? So is that all blow-by? Is this normal? Are my rings shot? Anything I should be worried about?
Nate - Madison, Wisconsin 56 Ford Customline Sedan