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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 04:16 PM
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engine burning oil...

ive been keeping a close eye on my oil level for a few weeks now and it has been on the low side even though i have added oil each time. i have to add about 1/2 qt every 4 or 5 days (regular driving, haven't kept track of miles yet) but it continues to lose oil somewhere. I have looked all around it for an visible leaks but don't see any.
I had it in a shop a couple of months ago for other stuff and they said it will need a new head gasket soon but the oil looks and smells fine...
has anyone had this issue before on their truck?
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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 04:21 PM
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From: Columbia River Gorge, Oregon...east side
Any blue or black smoke out the tailpipe? What does the coolant look like?

What engine and miles?
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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 04:33 PM
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no blue or black smoke, coolants fine (keeping a close eye on that too) v6 (3.0L)
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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 04:33 PM
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V(3vz-e)
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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 04:43 PM
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Have you taken a look at the spark plugs? Seems you have to be burning it internally or dripping/leaking someplace externally where it is hitting something hot and burning off while driving thus creating no drips.

Give the engine a good degreasing, if needed, which may help to spot fresh oil.

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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 04:44 PM
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i havent checked them yet but planning on it tomorrow
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