Re: Broke down.

Posted by mikec On 2008/9/29 12:31:33

i hope the gaskets get here soon.

how much of the suspension/steering do i need to remove to get the pan down?

i will drop the pan, clean it, then do a quick run with cheap oil and marvel, then drain and refill. i have been using 10w-30, because the manual says it is acceptable. should i be using straight 20wt in the coming winter, and straight 30wt in the summer? i have never seen 20wt oil, but i will look for it.

BH, i think your right about the excessive sludge breaking loose. it seems like the oil gets warm, the stuff gets stirred up, and then it plugs a lifter or two.