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Old Nov 7, 2002 | 08:13 PM
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In 2000 miles, I've lost over a quart of oil. I don't know where it's going... I checked for leaks, but all I've found is a very slow leak from the vtec solenoid, which is not enough to lose a quart this quickly. Checked the exhaust and the soot on my muffler isn't sticky of greasy. Any ideas? I'm using Penzoil 5w-30 if that helps. Thanks ^_^
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Old Nov 7, 2002 | 08:21 PM
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use a thicker oil
how many miles u got?
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Old Nov 7, 2002 | 08:24 PM
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98k miles. I'll try 10w 30 next time, see if that helps
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Old Nov 7, 2002 | 08:35 PM
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or even 10w40

last time is used Mobil 1 (half 5w30, half 10w30,,,thats wut i had around)
burned over a quart at 2k miles

Now im using Castrol 10w30 and oversized filter....working good so far
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Old Nov 8, 2002 | 04:16 AM
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This is a sign of worn oil rings or valve seals.
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