Re: IML: Oil usage theories

["Daniel Richardson" <TheRichardsonFamily@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks again for all the ideas, places to look, things to consider.

Here's the plan - a good cleaning of the block, new oil pan gasket, new 
valve cover gaskets, a thorough check for leaks again, use 20W50, and I'll 
report back on how things came out.

Dan Richardson
300L Family Heirloom


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rob van der Es" <r.vdes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 1:55 AM
Subject: Re: IML: Oil usage theories


> Although I am not an engine expert, with worn valve seals you will have 
> blue smoke at acceleration and engine braking (what happens if you 
> suddenly release the accelerator at high speed?).
>
> I guess you car is equipped with a PCV system you might check it, maybe 
> the valve is stuck. You can clean it with solvent then.
>
> Good luck,
>
> Robert
>
> P.S.: Don't forget: even when our Imperials where new, it was not unusual 
> for them to use some oil :)


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