Blown Engine, 8.1l
Leaving Townsend GA yesterday for Covington GA and a Ham Fest I did not make it.. Just north of Reidsville there was a BANG, and a lot of smoke, and the engine died as I coasted to the shoulder. U...
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The shop say 10K (Which is reasonable) and it's reasonable to want to make sure I can pay for it too.. I have no problem with the shop.... I will call for a tow truck and return to the shop... Well schedule it first and get the motor to the shop to minimize down time.
Raga.. Thanks for the IDEA,,, I will do that, I can also take and E-Mail them a photo of the oil pan (and inspect it myself) it may be you are right..Can not be sure without a full inspection but who knows...
That would explain a few things not otherwise explained.. Will have to inspect first. (Like why an engine that has not used but 1 quart of oil a year for 9 years suddenly got thirsty).
Raga.. Thanks for the IDEA,,, I will do that, I can also take and E-Mail them a photo of the oil pan (and inspect it myself) it may be you are right..Can not be sure without a full inspection but who knows...
That would explain a few things not otherwise explained.. Will have to inspect first. (Like why an engine that has not used but 1 quart of oil a year for 9 years suddenly got thirsty).
