What happens if you overfill oil?

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Jun 4, 2010 | 06:40 AM
  #1  
Short story, the drain plug on the oil pan is leaking. I can't check the oil level using the dip stick because I put a front strut in. I've been adding small amounts of oil. I've got the new parts and will be getting them installed this week, but I worry. Yeah,
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Jun 4, 2010 | 07:07 AM
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If you get too much in the oil will foam which reduces its lubricating properties. The amount its leaking probably isn't a lot. You're probably fine but get those parts soon! Everyone should be able to check their oil.
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Jun 4, 2010 | 07:19 AM
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Quote: If you get too much in the oil will foam which reduces its lubricating properties. The amount its leaking probably isn't a lot. You're probably fine but get those parts soon! Everyone should be able to check their oil.
Can't/won't argue with someone if they're right......unless you're married to them.
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Jun 4, 2010 | 07:29 AM
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^ LOL!!!
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Jun 4, 2010 | 07:53 AM
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Sam, what Deane said.
Also, you have to check your oil level on a regular basis, If you can't modify that strut so you can, I would get rid of that strut.
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Jun 4, 2010 | 07:58 AM
  #6  
If you overfill your oil it will spill into a gulf of mexico
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Jun 4, 2010 | 07:59 AM
  #7  
Sam, you should be able to check it.
It's awkward, but doable.
You just need a light to shine in that abyss so you can see the hole.
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Jun 4, 2010 | 08:05 AM
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Quote: Sam, you should be able to check it.
It's awkward, but doable.
You just need a light to shine in that abyss so you can see the hole.
ummmmm , whatchya talkin about, checkin oil or sumtin else
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Jun 4, 2010 | 08:29 AM
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what was the question again????
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Jun 4, 2010 | 08:41 AM
  #10  
^ LOL @ these old fools.

Joker, that was actually pretty funny...in a twisted sort of way (but hey, whaddaya expect)
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Jun 4, 2010 | 12:08 PM
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Quote: Sam, you should be able to check it.
It's awkward, but doable.
You just need a light to shine in that abyss so you can see the hole.

I heard if you spit on it, it helps get it in the hole if its a tight fit what was the question again.

old school = old fool
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Jun 4, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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LOL, you guys, old and not so are very funny. Last night on my way to Brantford, driving along the Grand R. I has to swerve sharply. My passenger said, " Sit, you almost ended up in the water". To which I replied .. I'm calling the G "BP" from now on.
That dark abyss is really, really dark, but I figured out a solution. I now carry a box of plastic straws with a split in it. As I pull out the stick I slide the straw over it (extra large size) and into the opening. I leave it there while I check the level and then slide it back into the abyss.
Wayne, I love the strut and will keep it.
BTW Boyz. I had the pan replaced today and problem solved. Thanks for all you advice and laughs.
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Jun 4, 2010 | 04:54 PM
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so to answer the question, If you do put too much oil, it must be an excessive amount, it will build to much pressure and can blow the seals. I highly advise to modify the srtut tower bar so you can constantly check your oil level. Especially if you have a Rev-Up motor, as they burn alot!
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Jun 4, 2010 | 04:59 PM
  #14  
Quote: so to answer the question, If you do put too much oil, it must be an excessive amount, it will build to much pressure and can blow the seals. I highly advise to modify the srtut tower bar so you can constantly check your oil level. Especially if you have a Rev-Up motor, as they burn alot!
Thanks Hotdawwgman. It's not the Rev-Up and I'll heed your advice and check regularly. Good practice.
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Jun 4, 2010 | 05:03 PM
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^^^^By the sounds of it, I think it was just Sam's aging eyesight combined with poor design that was the problem finding the dipstick hole.
I must admit, I always had to use a flashlight to check the oil in my 1st gen G35. It has to be the worst design ever.
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