Hi Ray

Pulled the hose off the driver's side valve cover at the top of the valve cover and saw that there was a significant amount of crud in it. Also while running, the smoke seemed to abate to a small degree while this hose was off, but was still fairly significant. Upon reattaching, it resumed the job of interstellar signal marker.

Is there any special handling required to pull the hose from the engine side? It does appear to be pretty cramped where it attaches to the intake.

Also, would it cause a problem to try a short, or for that matter longer highway drive with the hose detached from the engine side? should the opening be plugged or left to breathe?

Thanks again in advance,

Patrick