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Old 02-10-2016, 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by lsmalley View Post
Leaky valve stem seals possibly explain the oil consumption. It may also explain roughness if the oil is fouling the plugs. Check to see if the plugs are wet with oil. Also check for vacuum leaks and check the throttle position sensor. If it sticks open it can throw off the idle as well.
I agree on the leaky valve stem seals.

Plugs were just changed and plug #8 was pretty bad.

Not sure about the throttle position sensor. Hmm. Can it be opened up while installed?
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