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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 11:54 AM
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Too much oil?

Hey guys i just did a change and put in 5 full quarts. I may have not drained it for long enough. The dipstick is showing about 1/4 of a inch above the full mark. The oil does not look foamey or anything i was just wondering if i should drian some .

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Old May 2, 2014 | 11:13 AM
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Me personally, I'd drain some. Could cause some damage to your crankshaft and/or oil pump.
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Old May 2, 2014 | 02:00 PM
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Unlikely to do damage, cerainly won't hurt your crankshaft, won't hurt to drain a bit though
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Old May 2, 2014 | 03:57 PM
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Was/is your car parked on a slope when draining or filling?

I would drain a little personally.
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Old May 3, 2014 | 02:03 PM
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Do some track events or drive hard as hell and you should be good
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Old May 8, 2014 | 09:37 AM
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A 1/4 is fine. Not foamed=good2Go.
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Old May 8, 2014 | 01:26 PM
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You're autox ready!

Personally, I wouldn't worry. You'll be fine
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Old May 8, 2014 | 01:29 PM
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Haha ive drained 1/2 quart . Leveled on the full mark now just to be safe
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