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Is it getting oily all around or just in one spot? The reason I ask is because the PCV system returns to the air filter housing. If you have a lot of blowby and are getting excessive amounts of oil in it, then you will see one oily spot on the side of the filter. However, if the filter is oily on the inside, then you are getting oil thrown up through the intake. This indicats a major engine malfunction. Usually bad rings or a blown piston. But, in both cases, it is an indication of a worn engine. You can try replacing the PCV valve and see of this helps.

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