under my own operating theory of: "If I fixed it, I probably broke it" I'd
go back and check the fuel pump again. But you can also get gas in the oil
from your carbs -- specifically a float valve that is stuck open.
re the unwanted flush ... probably did little or no harm especially since
you didn't drive it. I drove my former TR6 for several months with gas in
the oil because I didn't know it was there (until my mechanic pointed it
out)
--Graham
-----Original Message-----
From: richard.r.olson@faa.gov [mailto:richard.r.olson@faa.gov]
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2002 1:37 PM
To: 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: Gas in my oil - suggestions?
Started my stock 1972 TR6 this morning after letting it sit in the garage
for 5 days. Waited for about 2 minutes, still showed zero oil pressure
(normally runs about 45-50 warm). Checked for leaks, etc, found none.
Checked the dipstick and it showed about 4" of liquid (2" above the FULL
line). Smelled a lot like gas.
Drained the oil/gas mixture, totaled about 8 quarts. Replaced with fresh
oil and filter. Haven't started the car, yet.
I rebuilt my fuel pump about 2 months ago, it was leaking out of the top.
Only replaced the diaphram and gaskets, not the 2 valves as they were
staked in and the local LBC shop suggested not to mess with them if they
were staked.
I assume that the only way for gas to enter the oil is through a leak in
the pump, right? (the rebuild DID fix the external leak)
Could the 2 valves in the pump be suspect?
Time for a new pump???
Should I be looking for any problems caused by this unwanted engine flush??
Any thoughts/suggestions?
Thanks,
Rick Olson
Galloway, NJ
1972 TR6 - Delft/Beige top and interior
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