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May 5, 2003 | 05:25 PM

TaTommyWS6

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Extra Quart of oil OK?

Last time I changed my oil I don't think all the oil drained out... (even though I let it drain for an hour!)

Anyway, my the oil level on the dipstick is a little over a half inch above the full mark.
Does this really matter?

My car consumes a fair amount of oil anyways after my header install....

Thanks for the advice!

Tommy

May 5, 2003 | 05:40 PM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

I drove my car to work and back today (about 35 miles). Checked it when I got home, and no bubbles...

I just don't know if it is worth wasting the oil if it is a non-issue anyway... Mobile one ain't cheap!

Tommy

May 5, 2003 | 06:42 PM

Pro Stock John

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

I like to run .5 qt extra (6 qts total), I never run exactly 5.5 quarts. Our pcv systems are too inefficient and you can use a .5 quarts a few hours drag racing.

May 5, 2003 | 07:57 PM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

I always fill my car up with 6 quarts every oil change.

May 6, 2003 | 03:54 AM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

Autocrossers run up to 7 quarts in the f-body LS1s with no problems.

May 6, 2003 | 07:33 AM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

I have got to return your spring compressor. These types of compressors don't work on double springs.

The Sears one should work but I think I need two people.
The springs are really meaty...

May 6, 2003 | 08:12 AM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

Just tell me when you want a hand. I'll be more than happy to help.

Tommy

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May 6, 2003 | 11:41 AM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

I run 6 quarts and the AC/Delco short PF44 in mine ( FLP's won't allow the long filter ). 4 quarts 10w30, 2 quarts 15w50.

May 6, 2003 | 11:47 AM

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Re: Extra Quart of oil OK?

OK, Thanks.... ...anytime is good since my cam will not be delievered until late next week....

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