laxman0324 Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 So every time I change my oil with full synthetic I cannot get a reading on the dipstick until like 2,000 miles later...I use the lucas oil additive, which is clear, but I wouldn't think it would give me no reading...is anyone else experiencing this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimGreg Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 I have that issue at times with dino oil. Use a clean dry rag, as soon as you pull it out grab the tip off the dip stick with the rag and the without moving open the rag and see where it is wet compared to your stick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 Yep, it's just hard to see which is good; your crank case is very clean. I pull the dip stick out and quickly hold it horizontal, and use light reflection to determine where the oil is/isn't. Well, only occasionally. Most of the time, I don't have a hard time seeing it... B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kittamaru Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 my oil always comes out black... but I use conventional oil (Valvoline Conventional) + Lucas... I'm tempted to go to Synthetic... but I'm afraid to do so before I fix my leaky valve cover gasket - the synthetic oil with more detergents would make it leak again (atm, it's plugged up and thus not leaking) I also still need to replace my radiator + install a tranny cooler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 I'm afraid to do so before I fix my leaky valve cover gasket Have you tried just tightening the screws (with in reason)? The vast majority of valve cover leaks I have seen were fixed by another 1/4 turn of the screw as they were too loose... B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kittamaru Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 No, because I don't have a torque wrench to use and I'm afraid to try with the air gun... daily driver fears Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj big shoe Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 Definately don't use an air rachet. The torque specs for the valve cover bolts are in inch lbs, you could just use a screwdriver and twist them down a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamzan Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 (edited) Have you tried just tightening the screws (with in reason)? The vast majority of valve cover leaks I have seen were fixed by another 1/4 turn of the screw as they were too loose... B This is true. My dad's wifes 86 corvette needs this done EVERY year. And new seals ever 2 years. That's b/c she hardly drives the thing, though. But back on topic, I have the same issue. I find if you stick it in and out a couple times (wiping it off in between), that I can get a good enough reading. Edited November 16, 2008 by redfinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimGreg Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 I find if you stick it in and out a couple times (wiping it off in between), that I can get a good enough reading. Hey now, keep it clean, this is a family forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverlion Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 I use Royal Purple in mine. The purple color will give way to a light maple color. It makes it easier to see. I had Mobile1 in another car and had the same issues with seeing where the mark was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laxman0324 Posted November 17, 2008 Author Share Posted November 17, 2008 Yea well with our less than 4 qt capacity and almost 1 qt being the clear lucas oil stuff, i think i will never see it...it has been 1k miles and still cant see it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 No, because I don't have a torque wrench to use and I'm afraid to try with the air gun... daily driver fears IMPACT GUN!!! Definately don't use an air rachet. The torque specs for the valve cover bolts are in inch lbs, you could just use a screwdriver and twist them down a little. Most specs are in the 6-12 ft/lb range. ie, screwdriver/nutdriver and a twist of the wrist. You can easily tell if they are too loose and if you managed to strip one out by hand, you should never be allowed under the hood of your truck again... B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kittamaru Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 IMPACT GUN!!! Most specs are in the 6-12 ft/lb range. ie, screwdriver/nutdriver and a twist of the wrist. You can easily tell if they are too loose and if you managed to strip one out by hand, you should never be allowed under the hood of your truck again... B I didn't know that... huh. I guess I'll give her a go once I have a little spare time. 3x final projects on the run = ARGH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nismojunky Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 yep same problem but i do as everyone else here does grab it with a rag right away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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