PCV pressure

Post by **misha** » 06 Feb 2016, 08:54

Which oil viscosity is used for engine?

FastYellow · Post by **FastYellow** » 06 Feb 2016, 09:26

Compression test was done on a hot engine. I took it out for a 30 min drive. Then checked numbers.
I am using Quaker State 10w-40 conventional oil on the engine. I will be switching to full synthetic as soon as I replace PCV system and get an idea where the tailpipe smoke is coming from

Post by **erikv11** » 06 Feb 2016, 10:03

Sounds like a good plan.

Post by **misha** » 06 Feb 2016, 11:33

Synthetic oil is a MUST for turbo engine.Don't push your luck!

Stay with xx-40 weight,don't go with xx-30.

FastYellow · Post by **FastYellow** » 06 Feb 2016, 14:55

Do you guys think I should check out the PTC and see if its clogged or should I just wait till I get the PCV system. I ordered it from FCP should be here in the next few days

Post by **misha** » 06 Feb 2016, 15:19

Why not?

Post by **erikv11** » 06 Feb 2016, 19:57

Wouldn't hurt but you will still need to check and clean the whole PCV. If you don't check the PTC now, for sure do it later.

FastYellow · Post by **FastYellow** » 14 Feb 2016, 12:30

Ok. Now when car starts NO smoke. I cleaned PCT very well.
When temps are warming up now I'm getting CONSTANT smoke out the tailpipe (grayish with a hint of blue) even at idle. When revved it intensified.
I'm leaning towards TURBO? 227k ECU verified mileage. OEM 15g turbo. Can turbo seals be the now CONSTANT smoking culprit?