Oil suggestions wanted!

[otis24]

You may recall from previous posts, my 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan was using about 1/2 to 3/4 qt of oil in about 1200 miles (Havoline 5w20). I switched to Motorcraft 5w20, thinking this might help. With 2500 miles, I have used almost a full quart of oil, which comes out to about the same rate as Havoline usage. Is this something that I am going to have to live with or is there hope that I can reduce consumption by a different brand of oil? I was considering Mobil Clean 5000 or Castrol GTX as my next oil choice in hopes to alleviate this problem (which Dodge says is normal).
At this point, I would even consider a low cost synthetic and 7500 OCI's if this would solve the problem and be cost effective.
Any suggestions?

 

[CBDFrontier06]

I wouldn't switch to synthetic in an oil burner, but instead move up in viscosity with your conventional oil. Thicker oil will have a harder time getting past the rings or valve seals, whichever is the problem area in your engine. I know this is a completely different engine, but consumption started to go up in my old 2.5 Chevy engine and after I switched it to 20W-50 (summer only) consumption slowed. Try thicker, but don't go overboard if it's cold where you are.

 

[TimVipond]

If you are out of warranty, try a 5w30 with a low Noack volatility number. Here is a listing of Noack Volatility numbers for 7 popular 5W30s. https://www.amsoil.com/lit/databulletins/g335_rev7_06.pdf .

 

[Doc8404]

I have the same issue with my 92 Galant SOHC 2.0.
running 5w30 now.
she has a slight tick, so everyone has urged me to go thin.
but she burns oil.
maybe a thick blend like MC 10w30?
in the winter?

 

[hominid7]

I would have to agree with the other posters that a 5w30 might do the trick.

 

[hominid7]

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I have the same issue with my 92 Galant SOHC 2.0.
running 5w30 now.
she has a slight tick, so everyone has urged me to go thin.
but she burns oil.
maybe a thick blend like MC 10w30?
in the winter?

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MC 10w30 is a thick 30 but the 5w30 is just as thick at operating temps. If it were me i'd try a high mileage 5w30 after perhaps an engine flush.

 

[Doc8404]

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I would have to agree with the other posters that a 5w30 might do the trick.

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been running various 5W30's with no luck

 

[hominid7]

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I would have to agree with the other posters that a 5w30 might do the trick.

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been running various 5W30's with no luck

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Sorry, that was actually directed towards the OP. For your car i'd still think a high mileage oil, 5w30 or 10w30, after you flush the engine may be your only hope. If that does not help it may take mechanical repair to stop the burn.

 

[Triple_Se7en]

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You may recall from previous posts, my 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan was using about 1/2 to 3/4 qt of oil in about 1200 miles (Havoline 5w20). I switched to Motorcraft 5w20, thinking this might help. With 2500 miles, I have used almost a full quart of oil, which comes out to about the same rate as Havoline usage. Is this something that I am going to have to live with or is there hope that I can reduce consumption by a different brand of oil? I was considering Mobil Clean 5000 or Castrol GTX as my next oil choice in hopes to alleviate this problem (which Dodge says is normal).
At this point, I would even consider a low cost synthetic and 7500 OCI's if this would solve the problem and be cost effective.
Any suggestions?

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Valvoline Maxlife Synthetic.

The seals may have a buildup that came from the factory. This oil may improve things. Do two 5-6K OCIs with it & keep us updated.

 

[Doc8404]

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I would have to agree with the other posters that a 5w30 might do the trick.

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been running various 5W30's with no luck

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Sorry, that was actually directed towards the OP. For your car i'd still think a high mileage oil, 5w30 or 10w30, after you flush the engine may be your only hope. If that does not help it may take mechanical repair to stop the burn.

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thanks...the burn isn't too bad, 1-1.5 qts every 3k mile OCI...not much worse than my F150 5.4L LOL.
but the slight tick bothers me...then again, i'm told i'm the only one it bothers

 

[Volvohead]

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The seals may have a buildup that came from the factory.

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Seal buildup from the factory?
How do you reach that premise?