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Old Jan 23, 2003 | 06:05 PM
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This is a 2k LS 1 I thought this was a problem with 2001 and 02 piston clearence.
What is the repair if any?
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 07:18 AM
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Default Re: Oil in the Tunnel

Switch to 10W40 oil, use an in-line filter on your PCV line, or a catch can.
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 04:47 PM
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I don't understand why 10-40 would have anything to do with it
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 05:01 PM
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Exactly what are you asking? What are you referring to when you say "tunnel"?
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