moon - no spotting on the ground

i didnt think about oil spill - the area you describe is correct on the elbow
i havent really had a closer look yet - i will get under there this week with a droplight instead of a flashlight like i had when changing the brakes and clean it off then take another look - i was just snooping and noticed it - it has never hit the ground

i prolly need to inspect the pcv system and insure it is clear as well - at 56k
it could be gummed up if it has never been serviced - the only thing about buying 2nd hand is these little service issues which are neglected by most folks - it takes a while to go through everything

thanks for the heads up about spillage - that really hadnt occured to me