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Old 04-07-2007, 03:17 AM
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From the oil discussions..you all having oil dilution problems?
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Default Every engine that has been analyzed has fuel dilution
We have 25 oil samples across 8 cars. In some, flashpoint has dropped to the 230-240F range, with 2% dilution or greater.
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How does this compare w a normal (non-FSI) engine?
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nope.
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I feel this must be said...when you rev 5k-7k, any car will have fuel dilution
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Default And you know that how, Bob?
Have you made a measurement. Have you intuited it? Or are you just yanking my chain?
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Default Generally 4X or more higher than most engines.
We see 1.5% to 2.5% dilution. Most engines are < 0.5%
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if the car runs great, there's no problem.
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Ah, the "I haven't had a heart attack yet" line of justification.
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Default Nope. Oil analysis @1500 miles showed no fuel and good flash point.
I change it out plenty though - no longer than 3000 miles.
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