Engine Oil Question

4point6GT · October 7th, 2006, 07:52 PM

ok so i changed my oil filter n put in new engine oil awhile back.....i kno it aint time fora new oil filter but i think i need to add more oil or should i jus drain the old one n add all new ??? I just went out to check it, n well i stick it in, wait a couple secs, pull it out n the damn stick comes out dry...so should i jus add more oil or drain it n put new ????? and since i dont have time now id like to opt jus addin more oil in, would that be a problem ??? all opinions would be appreciated, also i forgot what we use, is it 5 or 10-30 ?

WAVEBYE · October 7th, 2006, 08:01 PM

i would go ahead and change it all and then check it again. you don't want to just keep addin oil cuz #1 it could get kinda costly and 2 you never wanna over fill and engine,you'll start blowin' seals.

4point6GT · October 7th, 2006, 08:04 PM

Originally Posted by WAVEBYE

i would go ahead and change it all and then check it again. you don't want to just keep addin oil cuz #1 it could get kinda costly and 2 you never wanna over fill and engine,you'll start blowin' seals.

Oil filter too ? or no....but i will drain n put in new oil then... guess i cant drive anywhere but here in town, dont wanna risk more than what i already have. thanks tho

WAVEBYE · October 7th, 2006, 10:31 PM

yeah just to be on the safe side that way you got a fresh start. thats what i'd do cuz i don't think you want to be replacing the motor unexpectedly.

Dennis · October 8th, 2006, 02:57 AM

yea and also if it comes out dry dont drive it till you get it filled because you could be a couple of quarts low or completley dry and i wouldnt risk finding out the hard way been there done that old truck blown motor to prove it lol

Fryrice · October 8th, 2006, 10:45 PM

When you checked the oil,was the car cold or hot ? You should check it cold,to get an accurate reading. And always keep your oil change and filter change on the same schedule.

I would drain it all,then add 5 quarts.After you fill it,run if for a few minutes,and shut it off and let it cool completely,then check the level.You also wanna use 5w-30 .The factory usually uses 5w-20 on some models,but thats just for better fuel economy to meet federal standards.

Does your car have over 75,000 miles ? Then you need a high mileage oil that will help protect seals and older moving parts. Get a 5w-30 high mileage oil.

Also,if you engine is real dirty,clean it off real good,so that way after you run it again,you can tell if you are lossing any oil around gaskets etc.

October 7th, 2006, 08:01 PM	#2
WAVEBYE Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mustang GT Twin Turbo 10.43 @ 139mph Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southaven,MS Posts: 1,471 iTrader: 0 reviews	i would go ahead and change it all and then check it again. you don't want to just keep addin oil cuz #1 it could get kinda costly and 2 you never wanna over fill and engine,you'll start blowin' seals. __________________ Nobody gonna take my car Im gonna race it to the ground Nobody gonna beat my car Its gonna break the speed of sound Oooh its a killing machine Its got everything Like a driving power big fat tires And everything - Deep Purple

October 7th, 2006, 10:31 PM	#4
WAVEBYE Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mustang GT Twin Turbo 10.43 @ 139mph Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southaven,MS Posts: 1,471 iTrader: 0 reviews	yeah just to be on the safe side that way you got a fresh start. thats what i'd do cuz i don't think you want to be replacing the motor unexpectedly. __________________ Nobody gonna take my car Im gonna race it to the ground Nobody gonna beat my car Its gonna break the speed of sound Oooh its a killing machine Its got everything Like a driving power big fat tires And everything - Deep Purple

October 8th, 2006, 10:45 PM	#6
Fryrice Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: VA Posts: 2,034 iTrader: 0 reviews	When you checked the oil,was the car cold or hot ? You should check it cold,to get an accurate reading. And always keep your oil change and filter change on the same schedule. I would drain it all,then add 5 quarts.After you fill it,run if for a few minutes,and shut it off and let it cool completely,then check the level.You also wanna use 5w-30 .The factory usually uses 5w-20 on some models,but thats just for better fuel economy to meet federal standards. Does your car have over 75,000 miles ? Then you need a high mileage oil that will help protect seals and older moving parts. Get a 5w-30 high mileage oil. Also,if you engine is real dirty,clean it off real good,so that way after you run it again,you can tell if you are lossing any oil around gaskets etc. __________________ Fryrice has left the building.

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4point6GT Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: COLORADO Posts: 183 iTrader: 0 reviews	Engine Oil Question ok so i changed my oil filter n put in new engine oil awhile back.....i kno it aint time fora new oil filter but i think i need to add more oil or should i jus drain the old one n add all new ??? I just went out to check it, n well i stick it in, wait a couple secs, pull it out n the damn stick comes out dry...so should i jus add more oil or drain it n put new ????? and since i dont have time now id like to opt jus addin more oil in, would that be a problem ??? all opinions would be appreciated, also i forgot what we use, is it 5 or 10-30 ? __________________ BAD ASS BOYS DRIVE BAD ASS FORDS!!!

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