Oil Leak, pics, Gasket(s)?

[stockmover]

First I would like to say that I searched for this on the Corolla forum but I did not see anything that could help. This is the picture of a Corolla engine. I am just looking for some input here because I noticed a white milky substance on the oil cap yesterday and the starting was very slow. After checking the oil dipstick, which was HALF FULL. I added more oil and it started up much better.

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I plan on ATTEMPTING to replace the gaskets on the next warm weekend. Any input is appreciated. If the thread has to be moved, moderators please do so.



Thanks.

[Hajoca]

Valve cover gasket.
Milky stuff is usually oil and moisture from condensation. Check PCV system and then look at the cap when engine is hot, after a long drive, it should evaporate the moisture and the milky caramel stuff be gone.

[Mickyblue]

you have water in the oil...