<VV> Engine Question

[harryyarnell]

An oil pressure gauge won't show you anything.
SOME smoke will come out of the PCV pipe; it all depends on the condition of
the rings.
The oil leak is probably another issue; it should be obvious where it's
coming from.



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  B"H

HI all, hope everyone's well.  I have a question on oil pressure and engine
internals.  Would an oil pressure gauge indicate whether there is excessive
pressure in the crankcase?

I've noticed smoke coming from my PCV pipe (that is connected to the bottom
of the air cleaner on my '66 110), especially when the engine's warmed up.

This morning after driving the car to work, it started leaking oil BADLY
underneath the rear of the car, I probably lost a cupful or sot.  After the
car sat for a couple of hours, the leak stopped and I noticed I was only
down about 1/2 quart.

PCV orifice is open and clean.  I really hope I don't have internal engine
problems, I just got the car back from the body shop, she was hit badly on
the left rear quarter and sustained over $4,000 of damage (which included a
new clearcoat paint job).  I can't afford more major repairs!

Thanks guys...Bill Hershkowitz 66 Monza Sport Sedan 110 PG A/C


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