oil consumption

[darrsi]

[quote author=darrsi link=topic=22610.msg260962#msg260962 date=1495275002]
[quote author=vinnyb link=topic=22610.msg260960#msg260960 date=1495274556]
Oh okay, i see what you mean now.
If in real doubt, simply empty it, then shove it back in.
With the filter untouched, i'd be inclined to start with 2.5 litres then go through the motions as described.
Surely you don't need to empty it, just dropping a litre or so out will let you see if it's overfilled won't it?

If your glass is clear.
That was my point, mine has suddenly decided to permanently look empty, it's very weird.
Even using a torch, and after emptying and refilling a couple of times it still looks exactly the same, which at first was a bit disconcerting, but then after a minutes thought realized that as long as i have the recommended amount in, paired with the fact i never need to top up, then it will be fine for the next 4000 miles regardless.
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How has that happened - could it be that 99p oil you use  :pokefun
By permanently looking empty what do you mean because when I change the oil and its not topped up fully yet, I can see shiny metal in the background behind the window, and can still see it through the new oil until I have run it a bit and then the oil gos a little opaque
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Dunno why or how it's happened?
I just couldn't see anything going on, i even deliberately poured too much in with the torch aimed at the glass to wait and see a gauge, but nothing happened at all?