<VV> Too Much Oil In Engine?

[jvhroberts at aol.com]

 At some point, the crank will whip the oil into a froth, and there will be a substantial increase not just in viscous drag on the crank, but all that added air reduces the effectiveness of the oil as a lubricant and coolant. Plus, it may spew into the PCV system, cause lifter problems, etc. Also, if it goes above the pushrod tubes, the valve covers will flood, and potentially get all kinds of oil down the valve stems. 

If it stays below the 'windage tray' in the crankcase, things should be OK. 

 

John Roberts
 

 

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From: chieftam at aol.com
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Sent: Tue, Feb 15, 2011 5:33 pm
Subject: <VV> Too Much Oil In Engine?






OK great guru's, a question for you.  I have heard and read about the evils of 

having too much oil in an engine and have often wondered what actually happens 

to a Corvair engine (or other V designs) that has too much oil added to the 

crankcase.  What happens?  What is damaged?  I am assuming that various 

dipsticks can read differently, or can "slip" causing inaccurate measurements.  

Just how much "extra oil" does is take to cause the problems; 1/4 quart, 1/2 

quart, 1 quart, 2 quarts,????  



Enquiring Minds

Todd in MN





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