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Old 10-29-2015, 11:53 AM   #1
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Far better to avoid the problem by lowering the oil level. Install the fvd sump pan & keep oil level midway between dipstick marks should be 1st step.
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Old 10-29-2015, 11:55 AM   #2
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Agreed.I have done what you recommend.See post #2.

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Old 10-29-2015, 12:23 PM   #3
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Far better to avoid the problem by lowering the oil level. Install the fvd sump pan & keep oil level midway between dipstick marks should be 1st step.
I am thinking the same thing. Add deep sump, put in the same amount of total oil but due to the sump it is lower down. Would be a lot simpler.
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