WRX2S2K

HI Guys,

I'm really particular about my cars so this is really bothering me. The other day my S2000 was about half a quart down so I added some oil to top it off. Afterwards I noticed the funnel I used had some grit and a couple very small BB sized rocks on it - probably from when I swept out the garage the other day. I'm not sure if there was more that went in the engine with the oil, but I'm worried. I changed the oil and filter and the car seems to drive fine right now. Do I have a ticking time bomb under the hood? Should I drop the pan and take off the valve cover to see if I can find anything?

Thanks!

s2k_dreams

Unless it's a pretty good sized rock you probably won't find anything. Like you said the car runs fine. If the oil filter does its job, you probably have nothing to worry about. I've seen guys run itb's with no air filter and not have any problems.

WRX2S2K

Thanks! I have to check the my retainers anyways so I'll pull the valve cover this weekend. I'm sure, like you said, I won't find anything, but I've been putting off checking my retainers so this is a good reason to get it done!

SgtB

You can damage a bearing, but there is nothing you can do about it now.

05thumper

Why not keep it in a plastic ziplock back to keep this from happening?

TougeS2k

Good idea, or just give it a rinse next time... dont lose sleep over it... Probably be fine

JackS

Let the car sit for a couple of days. Any mineral contaminant should eventually sink to the bottom of your pan. Change the oil again and if you'd like, inspect the first couple of ounces during the drain. GL