2000 Isuzu Rodeo Question Oil Leak

2000 ISUZU RODEO
12,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ABN509
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My rodeo leaks oil at one side thru the spark plugs. I have to put in a quart eveyone 750 to 1000 miles. What is the problem?

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Mar 4, 2010 at 7:56 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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It sounds as though the gaskets for the spark plug wells are bad, allowing oil to leak in.You will need to replace the entire valve cover gasket,the kit should come with the gaskets/seals for the plug wells.
Mar 4, 2010 at 8:02 AM
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ABN509
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Is it something that I can do or will it need to go the a shop
Mar 4, 2010 at 8:04 AM
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Looks like the 3.5 is a little more complicated than the 3.2 engine. I guess it would depend on your mechanical ability.If you feel as though you can do it,I would suggest a bunch of digital pics as you take things apart, it is easier to look at a pic so you know exactly what you took off and where it goes
Mar 4, 2010 at 8:08 AM
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ABN509
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Can you give me a ball park price if I go to a mechanic?

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Mar 4, 2010 at 9:16 AM
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Looks like Mitchells labor guide is about 2 hours of labor and the gasket set is around $35. You are looking around $200
Mar 4, 2010 at 8:15 PM