Re:synthetics (long)

[Robert W Obrien <rwo@u.arizona.edu>]

On Wed, 7 Jan 1998, Alex Kowalski wrote:

> > ...where has that oil gone?  Is there a black hole in my oil pan?
> 
> Unfortunately some of it may be in the A/C solenoids and probably a
> few ounces has incorporated itself into the rubber of the PCV system...
> :-(.  There's probably a little hanging out inside the intercooler and
> hoses, too.
> 
> It's funny, some of the Audis I've had experience with have had
> negligible oil consumption while others have been pretty thirsty, without
> much noticeable difference in how they run or how long they last.  My
> dad's '85KT with 140k mi still amazes him with how little oil it uses
> between changes.
> 
> Best Wishes,
> Alex
> 
> 
> 
> 
It is odd, the variance in consumption- my 87 5kt has used *no* oil in the
42,000 miles I've had it. It now has 175,000 miles- five quarts in, five
out. The previous owner used Valvoline 20w50 Racing most of the year (it's
55 degrees at noon here today) since 1988 when he acquired it- due to the
60 minutes fiasco! I kept up the Valvoline/Bosch filter routine and it
continues to amaze me just how long this motor will go! Come spring, I'll
have the Vespa running(Back-up transport!) and I'll do the manifold,
lifters, and clutch- good
for another 175K then??

I must say, your driveline wails are puzzling, Alex. Best of luck in
finding a quick, cheap solution....
Regards,
Rob

87 5kcst
73 Vespa Rally 200 (in disassembled state, can ride to the paintshop in
Audi's trunk!)