2000 Vauxhall Astra mayo in rocker cover
Year: 2000
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Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
creamy mayo build up in rocker cover.No water loss orwater on dipstick.No loss of power.Car used mostly on 10 mile journeys.Just changed oil semi/synthetic but sludge build up is almost immediate.Is this a problem with astras?Mine's a 1600 8valve What should i do to rectify it? Mileage only 25k.many thanks
Posted: Nov 10, 2008 (15 years ago)
it just needs longer jouneys its just condensation build up mixing with oil i would use a good forte engine flush new oil and filter and change it every 6k and filter every 12k
Posted Nov 10, 2008 (15 years ago)
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