How much oil?

SRISER · 11-18-2003, 12:19 PM

The oil level on the dipstick has moved from half-way to quarter way from the bottom line. Approximately how much liquid gold is this? Yeah yeah, it was checked full temp, level, motor running.

Car has been driven about 1100 miles since last oil change and I am trying to see what the oil usage is.

emcon5 · emcon5's Garage

The difference between the high and low marks on the dipstick is ~1.85 quarts.

Looks like you used just under half a quart.

Tom

SRISER · 11-18-2003, 12:45 PM

Schweeeet! Prayin that the valve guide continue to treat me well...65K and counting.

Early_S_Man · 11-18-2003, 01:26 PM

The difference between the two marks on the dipstick is 2.0 Liters!

RANDY P · RANDY P's Garage

next time you hit the lower mark, put just 1 quart in and reset the trip odometer. Repeat several times and you'll have an accurate assesment.

rjp

Jack Olsen · 11-18-2003, 01:48 PM

Bear in mind, you're going to get different readings at different engine temps (i.e. 180, 190, or 200). Porsche oil is hard to measure precisely.

emcon5 · emcon5's Garage

Quote:

Originally posted by Early_S_Man
The difference between the two marks on the dipstick is 2.0 Liters!

According to the 82 owners manual, it is 1.75L, or ~1.85q

Tom

SRISER · 11-18-2003, 02:23 PM

Excellent info. Thanks guys. Can always count on a Pelican.