Hey, John,
<snip> A quart every 3000 miles is not moderate consumption for a '98
Vintage engine. That's HIGH
> consumption. <snip>
The last 2 oil changes on the DAKSY have indicated that she is also losing
oil, at about a quart per every 3k - 3.5k...
<snip> I'd be looking to find out where that oil is going and correct
it<snip>
I can find no external evidence of a leak anywhere on the engine. The front
crank seal has been replaced (@62k), & it's not leaking there...
>snip>First things that come to mind are belly pan gasket,<snip>
Correct me if I'm wrong, but wouldn't a belly pan leak result in loss of
power or a noticeable ping?
She still runs strong for a V6...& I cleaned the TB about 2 months ago &
there was no evidence of any oil "puddling on the BP when I looked thru the
TB...
<snip>...rings, valve guides...<snip>
Wouldn't I see evidence of blue/white smoke on start-up, if either of these
2 had leaks?
Bob Smith (DAKSY2K on AIM)
(at 73K now...)
Averill Park, NY
2K DAK SY CC Sport + V6 4X4 5 Speed
WebPage URL: http://home.nycap.rr.com/daksy/
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