Recent content by bdzimmermann

What do you mean by .... ... "if we catch it soon enough there may be hope"? I do seem to get the impression that some on this forum are implying that a different oil type might help. If so, what's the theory???

Checked inside the engine, and did notice varnish. Where do I get a "quality engine flush"?

How would petroleum oil sludge cause oil consumption to increase? How do I get rid of the petroleum oil sludge?

PCV valve looked dirty, but still 'rattled'. Tried to get a new one from Advanced Auto, but they sold me a Purolator with wrong threads (*&#%$!!!). Called the dealer, they said they need the P/N (???), as Toyota apparently installed two different types that year. Of course, they're NOT in stock ...

Did you pull out the antenna?:yes::yes::yes:

Scott - what is a "plugged PCV valve"? I had a similar problem with my old 850 Volvo, where all that was needed was a new "flame trap" to prevent pressure from building up in the engine. Is this something I can check/repair myself? P.S.: I use either Pennzoil or Castrol - not sure if they're...

I'm currently monitoring oil consumption more accurately to get a better baseline for the 10W-30 oil. I noticed that the manufacturer does recommend 5W-30, so I was going to try that at my next oil change (although, from what I read, the 5W-30 kinematic properties aren't much different than...

'Just bought an '02 Corolla with 76K miles about a month ago. Have noticed the car burns about 1.5 qts of oil within the first 1,200 miles. Is this normal for this vintage car? No leaks or smoke from the exhaust. Car runs fine otherwise. Should I consider going to a heavier oil (5W-30)? Any...

I have code P0446 tripping my check-engine light. Any ideas?