Yes, I do see the smoke and do not keep the oil level above the midway mark between Add and Max. I usually let it drop to the Add mark or slightly below before I add 1 or 2 quarts. I'll check it the next day and usually it's nearly exactly at the middle of the add/max.
Luther ~ ~On Feb 27, 2006, at 12:07 PM, Luther Gulseth wrote: ~ ~ ~ ~ You will need to employ some method of keeping the valves from ~falling into the engine. Constant air pressure is the best way to ~accomplish this. ~ I would do a little diagnostic work before throwing parts at it in ~hopes of solving a problem. There are so many things that can cause ~excessive consumption. Usually you will find several contributing ~factors. ~ Valve seals are not a simple little job either. Essentially, you ~will be tearing down the head while its mounted on the block. Are you ~seeing blue smoke? You should using a Qt/300 miles. Do you keep the ~level 1/2 way between the add and full lines. This really does make a ~big difference. ~ ~Johnny B. ~I Mac Therefore I am ~ -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (231,xxx kmi) '82 300CD (159,222 kmi) '82 300D (74,000 kmi) needs MAJOR work
