1987 Ford Escort

1987 FORD ESCORT
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STEVEHOWARD1969
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1987 Ford Escort

Whe my engine is hot my exhaust emits black smoke, my oil level is dropping slowly so i know im burning it but where should i start to look for the problem?
Jan 2, 2010 at 6:18 PM
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DAVE H
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check cylinder compression .. check for leaking valve seals .. leaking piston rings etc.
Jan 3, 2010 at 12:44 AM
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STEVEHOWARD1969
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Thanks Dave, it's actually not a Ford Escort but an Ingersoll Rand ground compactor! The symtoms and the solutions should be the same though! Once again, thanks for your help.
Jan 3, 2010 at 11:56 AM
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