Smokey Corolla? Did i just get raughted?

[time2play]

Hi,

I have just purchased or traded a car for a AE101 Corolla.

After idling for a short period of time, on take off it blows greyish whitesh smoke. One mechanic has said to add diesel to the oil flush it then change it with 10-30W oil. Another mechanic has told me straight out its stuffed.

Its the 1.6 litre 4A engine. I found an engine 6months parts & labour warranty. $500 and fitment for $200. Is this the better option?

Has any one had this problem??

Any opinions or help would be great.

[tomvale13]

I'd be more concerned with your "Submit Thread" or left mouse button.

Do what the mech said, if it fails it seems you've got another option there.

[LeeRoy]

If it blows smoke on take off then its more than likely your valve stem seals. Is it using much oil?

Valve stem seals are a pretty easy job on a 4a and can even be done with the head on. Have a google cause theres a great thread on how to do them if you were to attempt them yourself.

[Billzilla]

Do a compression check as well.