distributor containing oil

[pjogger]

I noticed that the vacuum line located at the distributor advance , when pulled off, contained a fair amount of engine oil. Any suggestion as to why and how to fix this,

Thanks

 

[jaimus]

take a look at your pcv valve and system...

 

[slantsixdan]

Are you sure it's oil and not condensed gasoline-gunk? Remember, the carburetor's at the other end of that hose, and it's cold outside this time of year. If it's actually oil, check inside the distributor (pop the cap) and see if it's oily inside. If so, the distributor is worn and the PCV system may not be functioning properly. Make sure you cannot suck air through the vacuum advance hose when it's connected to the vacuum advance. If you can, replace the advance.