I recently purchased a Savage and it seems to have an oil leak at the top of the cylinder where the ridges are (it seems to be coming from the exhaust port I think). It is my first bike so I am somewhat new to this. I have pictures but it wont let me upload them because the file is too big but even when I make it significantly smaller it still says it is too big. I know I am being vague with my problem but any help is appreciated.. particularly with cost of repair or if I could do it myself
Thanks

This is a very common savage pet peev
hehe, welcome to the club  


I've had this problem for over 3 years, no big deal,
just keep track of your oil level and keep the area
clean so the engine cools well, I personally use a
spray bottle with diesel fuel, a grill brush and a cottony  
rag 2 times a month, problem solved.

I've been meaning to fix it for a while now, even bought
all the parts i'll need allready, but the thing is that you have to
tear apart 1/2 the engine to replace a stupid $3 rubber plug  

As long as you keep oil in it and you can stand the mess, it'll be ok.