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Originally Posted by Steve Tinker
1) Check the metal particles to see if they are ferrous - just pass a magnet over them. If they are non magnetic, I would think that it is normal shedding from an all alloy engine.
2) Its always good practice to drop the sump - its like a mirror of what's going on and can indicate the general health of the engine. While the pan is off, check the oil pump screen for any caught up sealant - another indicator the someone has overindulged the gasket sealant....
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1) Shedding like coke shedding? Which was I have had in my turbo cars until I changed the oil to synthetic.
2) Well I was the last person doing the pan and don't believe I used too much. I am still planning on opening the valve covers since my deviation is a on the edge already.