ok guys, im really hoping you can help me here.

i have an oil problem....its not leaking ANYWHERE and its not coming through the exhaust, but i know its going somewhere becase a month ago i had to put 2 quarts into and and yesterday i had to add yet another one becase it was extrealy low...

what can it be? the rings?
how would i go about fixing this problem?

car is a 98 ls.

 

if its your rings then you would be burning oil..to replace this you would have to disasemble your motor and get new rings...yet better to rebuild the whole thing

 

ya you got to be burning it...rebuild time

 

could be rings could be valve stem seals. do a compression and leak down test. youll find your answer from those.

 

where can i go for the compression and leak down test? local machine shop?

 

Wow, yeah, you guys are jumping to conclusions saying to rebuild.

Start with compression and leakdown, and then come back with the results. Either can be purchased, and often rented, at an auto parts store. Harbor Freight sells them for very cheap also: about $10 for the Comp. and $30 for the leakdown (I own both and vouch for them). If you're uncomfortable doing it yourself, a shop can perform the test for you. Search around for directions on how to do it, or check out Team-Integra.net for an article for each with directions.

 

Comp wont alwasy rule out rings, but hows the PCV system look on this car? If the pcv is clogged it will burn oil just like bad rings due to excessive crank pressure blowing oil by the rings

 

how can i go about checking the pcv system?

and thanks, im going to purchase the comp and leak test tomorrow

 

When you do a compression test, be sure to take out all the spark plugs and disconnect fuel and ignition. You can pull fuses or do other things, just be sure to search thouroughly. Also, you'll need an air compressor to perform the leakdown test.

 

ok im going to buy them tomorrow thanks!

 

take the pcv valve out, and shake it. if it rattles or makes noise thats usually a sign that its still good. if you shake it and nothing happens, its clogged up and needs to be replaced. either way tho, theyre only like 4 dollars so its easier to just replace it.

 

its pretty obvious when your loosing oil and not leaking anywhere...once he finds out what it is...he'll have to rebuild it no matter what...open heart surgery is needed now...

 

In the meantime, don't let your oil get so low! Check it as often as needed to make sure the level is always between the two dots on the dipstick.