T Tom Allen New Member Jun 4, 2014 #1 Why would a new Honda GX35's oil smell like like gasoline? Does gas get into the oil during the break in process?
Why would a new Honda GX35's oil smell like like gasoline? Does gas get into the oil during the break in process?
maniac57 Old, Fat, and still faster than you Jun 4, 2014 #2 Yes. Blow-by from still seating rings will make the oil smell like gas. Just be sure your carb is not leaking.
Yes. Blow-by from still seating rings will make the oil smell like gas. Just be sure your carb is not leaking.
T Tom Allen New Member Jun 4, 2014 #3 Thanks for reply. I don't think carb is leaking but I will check it.
maniac57 Old, Fat, and still faster than you Jun 4, 2014 #4 If it worries you, change the oil more often. Keep an eye on the oil level, and if it goes up, change it as it might be diluted with fuel. But most likely it won't.
If it worries you, change the oil more often. Keep an eye on the oil level, and if it goes up, change it as it might be diluted with fuel. But most likely it won't.
T Tom Allen New Member Jun 5, 2014 #5 Yes, I have changed it once and will change it more often than recommended until the breaking in is over.
Yes, I have changed it once and will change it more often than recommended until the breaking in is over.
maniac57 Old, Fat, and still faster than you Jun 5, 2014 #6 Always a good idea. The break-in is when the oil gets the most pollution from wear. Never hurts to change it more often.
Always a good idea. The break-in is when the oil gets the most pollution from wear. Never hurts to change it more often.
