I wonder what them guys are selling?
Your front leak can be caused by a bit of dirt wearing out the seal OR..
It may be from the crankcase vents being clogged and the pressure pushing out some oil.
Usually that small amount of oil is a worn seal but it won't hurt to check and clean the cover hoses. Or you sure it is not a front valve cover leak?
Judging from the dirty oil I'd guess any idle problems could be remedied by a good tune.
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