Valve cover gasket seepage or just dirt/debris?

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Hey all,

I noticed I've got some buildup along my valve cover gasket, especially near the turbo. The car has about 12k miles, unmodified, and lets just say well broken-in from canyon drives (but no misuse like money shifts, over rev, etc.). I don't think it looks like oil but but the debris itself isn't smooth like dust/dirt - it's grimy. What do you guys think?

Here's some pics:

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Hey all,

I noticed I've got some buildup along my valve cover gasket, especially near the turbo. The car has about 12k miles, unmodified, and lets just say well broken-in from canyon drives (but no misuse like money shifts, over rev, etc.). I don't think it looks like oil but but the debris itself isn't smooth like dust/dirt - it's grimy. What do you guys think?

Here's some pics:

Valve cover leak, take it in and have them cover it over warranty. Pretty common on the fk8 and fl5s

 

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Valve cover leak, take it in and have them cover it over warranty. Pretty common on the fk8 and fl5s

Got it. To the dealership it goes

 

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Update. I picked up my car and the master tech said there was no leak. Just some residue/grease from the factory which can pick up dirt. He cleaned the area and advise I keep an eye on it.

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