Thread: Is this normal oil consumption?
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Old 05-22-2013, 11:40 AM   #73 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by avantgti7 View Post
During the first 1.2k of mileage on the new shortblock, the motor didn't eat any oil probably because I kept the revs under 4K (following break-in procedures). After 1.2K, I had the oil changed and for the last 950 miles, I've been driving the car normally as I would with no reservations. Unfortunately, I am noticing oil consumption again. I told the tech about this and he added a BG additive.
Hopefully, the oil consumption will decrease and then stablize between the next few oil changes.
My replacement engines consumed oil until around 5-6k. Give it a little more time and keep an eye on the consumption. You should notice it get smaller and smaller with regular driving.
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