oil usage?

[Neelsonwheels]

Hey,
It seems as though my new motor build is using oil.
I check the level and make sure it is in the proper opperating range and then drive it.
After only 100 mile or so the oil level after cooling down is low.
I also notice the oil pressure drops when the truck get hot.Not sure if this is common.
I don't see smoke when I start it and no leaks under it.I am hoping it is not a ring issue.
Any help would be great. Thanks

 

[Osmosis]

Re: oil usage?

How many miles do you have on the new motor? A new motor does require a proper break in period to allow for the rings to seat. I'm sure you knew this already

 

[bezerk]

Re: oil usage?

and oilpressure drop when it gets hot. but depending if you are using stock gauge or after market. because stockers suck

 

[Neelsonwheels]

Re: oil usage?

I know about rings needing to seat.
I just feel the oil usage is a little to much.
I have around 300 miles on the engine.
I have changed the fluids once already at 100 miles and will change them again
at 500. Then after 1000 I will go to synthetic.
That is if the oil consumption isn't anything major.

 

[Neelsonwheels]

Re: oil usage?

Yes I am using the stock gauge but was considering a mechancal one.