93 SL-1 oil burning help

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Chris, Mar 11, 2005.

  1. Chris

    Chris Guest

    I have a 93 SL-1 with about 150k miles that burns about a quart of oil for
    each tank of gas. Other than that the car runs great. Is there anything that
    can be done to minimize oil usage short of a rebuild? I've been told that
    additives only make things worse. What about a heavier oil?

    Thanks,
    Chris
     
    Chris, Mar 11, 2005
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  2. Chris

    Rick Murphy Guest

    The typical SOHC oil burner happens because the rings get coked up.
    A soak with GM Top Engine Cleaner or Marvel Mystery Oil often helps
    these cases. Google for "Saturn MMO Soak" or "GM Top Engine Cleaner" for
    directions. TEC is available from your GM dealer and is reported to be
    more effective than MMO; MMO is more widely available.
    -Rick
     
    Rick Murphy, Mar 11, 2005
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