Metal in the oil? Anyone know?
05-26-2007, 08:53 PM
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Pulled the valve covers, everything looked really clean, springs were fine, valves moved as they should when cranked over for a few seconds. All of the rockers are in good shape as far as I could tell... Still scratching my head...
12-19-2007, 10:36 PM
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it seems we share the same problem. i have the tiny metal flakes you are talking about. i am guessing this is from rods and mains. let me know what you find. as for know, i am going with the out of sight out of mind, and if it fails then its time for more cubes theory . if a cam lobe was wearing i think that would be a noticable change in how the engine runs, eh?
02-15-2008, 05:31 PM
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Just an update for everyone else. The motor let go shortly after I started this thread. Spun 2 main bearings, ruined the crank and 4 rods.
If you see metal in the oil, STOP DRIVING THE CAR AND GET IT TO A SHOP... or end up like me and have to build an entire new motor.
If you see metal in the oil, STOP DRIVING THE CAR AND GET IT TO A SHOP... or end up like me and have to build an entire new motor.
