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Gas in my oil!

Posted: Sat Feb 24, 2007 6:48 pm
by Eckmann
What would cause gas to get in me oil?
What are the side effects?
Thanks,

Fuel in oil

Posted: Sun Feb 25, 2007 8:26 am
by Craig in France
Sounds like you've left the fuel taps on (or the seals are leaking - they normally do) and the float valve in the carb isn't sealing properly. Replacement tap seals (and float valves) are available - including, I think, thru Steve ...?

The main effect is it dilutes the oil and washes the oil off the cylinder - not really desirable :)

In sufficient quantities, it can also cause hydraulic lock in the combustion chamber. This will stop you being able to turn the engine over on the kick start - or, if you have a twin/multi, bend a con-rod if the other pot fires... Eek!

Craig in UK