R53 sludge on dipstick

[jdl_1967]

I've just been out to check my oil level and when I pulled out my dipstick it had a small amount of sludge on it. I cleaned it off and popped it in again, but this time nothing came out.

I checked the oil filler cap, normal. I checked the water tank, normal and started the engine, rechecked the dipstick and no more sludge.

I know the tell tale signs of head gasket failure, but I've got a feeling (hopefully) that my current issue is just due to damp cold weather and condensation in the dipstick downpipe itself.

Anyone suffered the same?

Cheers

John


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[jdl_1967]

Obviously I hadn't put my brain into gear before writing the title, clearly it should read dipstick not gearstick! Sorry


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[jdl_1967]

If any kind moderator has the ability to change my title or delete my post and I will re-post correctly, that would be greatly appreciated. Cheers

[Craig]

done for you dipstick, sorry I mean John. :clap:

[jdl_1967]

thanks Craig, you hit the nail on the head!

[Gismo]

To answer the question, yep, highly likely that it's due to the very damp weather

[jdl_1967]

few, thank you.

[Gismo]

If you have any concerns get an extra oil change done including the filter

[Mon the fish]

^^ due to the boosted nature of the R53 engine, I've always changed the oil at least every 7k miles

[jdl_1967]

Blimey, I've done 12k and the service indicator still says I've got 6k to go!


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