oil burning issue?
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Racer
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From: ronkonkoma new york
oil burning issue?
hi guys, i bought a 2001 zo6 with 11k miles a couple of months ago, and have since added about 900 miles on it.my question is regarding burning oil, my oil level seems to be full still but the exhaust is always black and wet and the back of the car has black specks all over , even right after i wash it.would this be because of oil burning?
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hi guys, i bought a 2001 zo6 with 11k miles a couple of months ago, and have since added about 900 miles on it.my question is regarding burning oil, my oil level seems to be full still but the exhaust is always black and wet and the back of the car has black specks all over , even right after i wash it.would this be because of oil burning?
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If its fuel and not oil feel lucky.
Running rich is safe especially on forced induction.
Contact ECS and ask for them to possibly retune the vehicle but only if they recommend it.
Forced induction is safe when run rich...
You might do a methonal/alcohol kit to help ..ECS is top notch so give them a call and discuss.
BTW..keep in mind .....all vettes get black specs on the rear bumper...Its part of the aerodynamics.
Running rich is safe especially on forced induction.
Contact ECS and ask for them to possibly retune the vehicle but only if they recommend it.
Forced induction is safe when run rich...
You might do a methonal/alcohol kit to help ..ECS is top notch so give them a call and discuss.
BTW..keep in mind .....all vettes get black specs on the rear bumper...Its part of the aerodynamics.
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