Hi everyone. In re. to my oil consumption issue, I went to the machine shop today and spoke with the machinist. Told him I had 2700 miles on the motor and it was still using oil. He checked his records and said that the valve guides were in proper tolerances therefore not replaced. He doesn't recall what type of valve stem seal was used. We spoke for a while and I felt that the best course of action would be to remove the heads and take them there for inspection. He agreed so within the few weeks, I will remove and take the heads there. I'm almost convinced that this problem is due to valve guides and/or valve stem seals, which brings me to my next question. What does everyone use for valve stem seals?? Do you use the rubber "O" rings or something called an "umbrella"? Can both be used at the same time?? Thanks and I will keep everyone updated, Carmine.
BTW, he said that the type piston rings he used should have seated a while ago. I don't recall the name.
BTW, he said that the type piston rings he used should have seated a while ago. I don't recall the name.