Oil on Threads of Engine Bolts

[brownwa]

Was replacing some stripped bolts on the right side engine casing and noticed that there is oil on the threads. The oil is black and looks a bit gritty, more like grease than leaking engine oil. Is this normal or should I have the mechanic look at it? Has anyone who has installed the R&G engine sliders noticed the same thing? You have to replace three engine bolts on each side to install them.

 

[Chucker]

They should be dry with locktite on them.

 

[brownwa]

They should be dry with locktite on them.

Hmm, so sounds like I have more than one issue. There was no locktite on them and the oil is 1/5 to 1/3 up the threads depending on the bolt. Will ask the mechanic about it at my next oil change. For now I'll keep a close eye on my engine oil level.