RO Posted October 20, 2001 Share Posted October 20, 2001 I personally would not worry about that oil consumption.....I don't worry about some of my cars that "use" a quart every 300 miles. I just keep a check on it and fill as necessary. I don't believe I have any older car that will not be down a quart over that much mileage, but then I change the oil in the older cars every 500 miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 21, 2001 Share Posted October 21, 2001 i'll agree with RO. The oil consumption u speak of was probably the case when the car was new. Sounds to me like u have a mighty good engine. Leave it alone. I would check the oil pressure with a GOOD gauge if there is not a good one on it now. Have witnessed any excessive sludge build up????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 21, 2001 Share Posted October 21, 2001 Hello yet again to the List:<P>When I first got this car the valve train appeared sluggish and noisy. A good mechanic recommended that I drive it for at least 300 - 500 miles before I worried about the valves, and that has been the case indeed. There is much less engine noise now, as I have been running the car 3- 5 times a week, and the engine throttle response feels less "sticky".<P>This car is using about 1 - 1.5 quarts of 30 wt oil per 1,000 miles. Over the past two days I have driven it for 250 miles on back roads and highways, occasionaly reaching 60mph.<BR> <BR> It was able to climb, in 3rd gear, a 9% grade from a running start of 20 mph, topping out at 45mph without downshifting or spark knock. (Good clutch & lots of torque, ie size = power).<P>Should I be concerned about the rate of oil consumption? The car does not overheat, starts easily when cold, but will only start with a full down gas pedal when hot, which I believe is due to flooding from old needle valves. It also has a fondness for gasoline which is truly appaling, 10 - 12 mph on a good day.<P>Once again, any advice, suggestions, etc are welcome.<P>Regards,<P>Paul Edwards<BR>New Jersey, USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Albert Posted October 24, 2001 Share Posted October 24, 2001 I would'nt worry about it thats about the same as my 4cyl car with 245000km on it, besides whats 1 quart out of 8? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 1, 2001 Share Posted November 1, 2001 Gentlemen,<P>Thank you for the information and encouragement. I will simply change oil frquently, and maintain the engine in tune. All I need to do now is fix the steering (which means pulling the engine to get a worn bushing), install a new wiring harness, overhaul the carburetor, pack the wheel bearings, etc. Lots to look forward to.<P>Rgds,<P><BR>Paul Edwards<BR>New Jersey, USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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