Recent content by BeauTie

I do appreciate all the inputs. I'm considering what has been suggested and will try something to see if I can improve (not fix) things a bit.

My understanding is that whatever PCV valve this engine has is in the valve cover. It's not a typical style plug-in valve. GM did release an updated oil filler cap that is vented due to some engines blowing out seals and I installed one of those newer caps. I looked at the plastic line that goes...

Yep, I totally understand the fundamental issue is the engine. To answer another question, I'm in Ohio so we get cold temps but not usually International Falls cold temps.

BigCahuna - Thanks for the info. Yep, I'm certainly aware that these engines had significant issues which is depressing. We normally keep vehicles a long time and I have no idea how long the engine will go but I'm not holding my breath. In the interest of extending its service life to us, I'm...

I have a 2013 Chevy Equinox 2.4L DI engine (80k miles) that has a bit of a weird oil consumption pattern. I've used 5W-30 Mobil 1 full synth for years. Because the consumption is not linear with respect to mileage on this car, I've been watching it closely this cycle (and this oil usage is not a...