Thread: KC SBF 427 Dyno?
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Old 05-02-2008, 09:37 AM
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I had a problem with excessive oil consumption (last fall) on my KCR 427w... was sucking down about a quart every 130 miles. Turned out the PCV valve was pushed down against the baffle inside the valve cover (which is washed in oil). After removing the PCV, oil consumption has stopped... no loss at all. Runs great... fabulous engine.
... I spoke too soon. I checked it last night & oil level is down again. My recurring theme is... The oil level doesn't move for the first 300-600 miles after an oil/filter change... then it starts dropping like a stone. Will see if this trend continues...
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