Blue smoke 😩

[Dicky]

Only at start up but not every time. Think the valve stem oil seals may be the issue. Looks like a big job so rang my garage service manager who suggested I try adding Wynns engine leak sealer to the oil. Apparently it conditions the oil seals over time making them more supple and more likely to seal the leak ( I hope) so will give it a try before pulling the trigger on the big job.

Anyone had this issue and can add any advice?

[Ekona]

Can’t hurt, but usually when they’re gone they’re gone sadly. 

[ZMANALEX]

Not a big job to replace the valve stem oil seals on the VQ35DE or HR.

 

Using the JWT valve spring compressor, this job can easily be done in situ without removing the heads.

[Dicky]

That sounds encouraging Alex👍,I’ll pass that on to the service manager. I’d have a go and do it myself but age has caught up with me now so it’s out the question, it’s a major effort just to change the oil these days😂

[Dicky]

1 hour ago, Ekona said:

Can’t hurt, but usually when they’re gone they’re gone sadly. 

Yeah I thought as much, but I’ll give it a go and start saving up to pay the bill 😂

[Dicky]

Logical to do both heads at the same time so was wondering if anyone has had this job done before and can provide an idea of cost to help me tell if I’m being ripped off when I get prices.