Checking oil level- engine at idle or off?
07-26-2007, 10:18 PM
#1
Checking oil level- engine at idle or off?
Hello,
Quick question,
To check the oil level on a 76 with a type IV 2.5L engine. Should the engine be warmed and at idle like on my other two porsches (04' X50 TT & 95' 993) or with the engine off. Thanks in advance...AL Z
Quick question,
To check the oil level on a 76 with a type IV 2.5L engine. Should the engine be warmed and at idle like on my other two porsches (04' X50 TT & 95' 993) or with the engine off. Thanks in advance...AL Z
07-27-2007, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by hitbyastick
Have it warmed up, turn it off, let it sit for a few minutes and then check it.
07-27-2007, 05:53 PM
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The real issue here is whether it is a DRY sump motor (like "real" 911s) or is it still a "wet" sump motor like 914's started out as. Given that it is a modded Type IV, it may or may not have also been converted to a dry sump system.
If a dry sump, check when the engine is warmed up and running.
If a wet sump, check when cold.
If a dry sump, check when the engine is warmed up and running.
If a wet sump, check when cold.
