It seems than at Mon, 20 Aug 2007 23:52:25 -0500, Peter wrote:

> Time for valve guide seals -- at a steep rearward angle, oil covers the 
> valve stems on the back cylinder (or two) and if you have worn valve 
> guide seals (or more likely, worn guides) oil will get sucked down and 
> burn.  Make sure the drain hole in the back of the head is clear.

If he's _backing_ up the hill, the oil will end up at the
_front_ of the engine.

Otherwise, this is a viable explanation. (just exchange the
words "front" and "back")

--          Philip

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