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Old Mar 23, 2002 | 01:52 PM
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I have a power stroke motor in my 94 crew cab F-350 and do a lot of towing with a fifth wheel. What is "normal" oil useage?


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Old Mar 23, 2002 | 06:57 PM
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Page down and read the "Powerstroke Lemon" thread written by "anvil". Ford's warranty guidelines (realizing that your truck is no longer in warranty) are 1 quart every 800 miles. If it doesnt exceed that amount it is considered normal by them.
 
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Geeezzz....thats worse than my Porsche....
 
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Most Power Strokes don't use anywhere near that much oil. For the oil level to be at the add mark on the dip stick (2 quarts low) at oil change time (5000 miles) is typical.
 
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I change oil every 3-4k and can see no noticeable useage on the stick.

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