My Cressida has started to emit blue smoke after the engine is started and after awhile it isn't quite as noticeable until I step on the throttle, then a big cloud of blue smoke is rolling behind the car. Other then the burning oil issue, it runs perfect, no noticeable knocks, no loss of power, idles smooth and doesn't hesitate when the throttle is pushed down. There is a lil bit of blowby. It doesn't seem like a burnt valve, but I was thinking maybe the valve stem seals and/or piston rings... Any other thoughts of the possibility? I love the car and surely don't want to part with it, even if it means an $1800 rebuild, but don't want to go that far if it is not needed.
Aug 28, 2008 at 3:15 AM
