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Old Sep 21, 2013 | 05:24 PM
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Default Re: Oil Overfilled
Originally Posted by dedwards0323
over-lubrication is worse than under-lubrication.
I have overfilled engines a few times and never experienced damage.

But, on the other hand, I can assure you that a 2.3L Ford Ranger engine with NO lubrication (that is, no oil) will go .9 miles before the cam seizes up.

I think I will take the side of Woody in post 3: Its oil, less is worse.
 
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