Thanks again for all the ideas, places to look, things to consider.
Here's the plan - a good cleaning of the block, new oil pan gasket, new
valve cover gaskets, a thorough check for leaks again, use 20W50, and I'll
report back on how things came out.
Dan Richardson
300L Family Heirloom
----- Original Message -----
From: "Rob van der Es" <r.vdes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 1:55 AM
Subject: Re: IML: Oil usage theories
Although I am not an engine expert, with worn valve seals you will have
blue smoke at acceleration and engine braking (what happens if you
suddenly release the accelerator at high speed?).
I guess you car is equipped with a PCV system you might check it, maybe
the valve is stuck. You can clean it with solvent then.
Good luck,
Robert
P.S.: Don't forget: even when our Imperials where new, it was not unusual
for them to use some oil :)
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