Need some info, engine oil was milky colored

[apane]

Hello,

I have a 1982 OMC Inboard which is actually a Chevy 305 engine. I recently tuned it up changed all the filters and when I changed the oil I noticed that it had a little milky color to it. The oil was not watery but it did have this light brown color to it.

I changed the oil filter and oil and the boat started right up and idled fine. Ran it for about 15 minutes than shut it off and started it again with no problems at all. I checked the oil level and it is fine but still has a little discoloration to it but that could be from whatever oil was still in the motor after I drained it.

I was just worried about the oil color. Could it be from condensation from the winter? Also what should I do? Should I drain the oil again and refill it.

 

[Coors]

Re: Need some info, engine oil was milky colored

Just keep an eye on it; it should clear up after running it awhile, and cooking out condensation.

 

[apane]

Re: Need some info, engine oil was milky colored

That is what I plan to do I was just trying to figure out how this could have happened. I do not think I have a cracked block or bad head gasket because I would think that the engine would not run right, it would probably have a bad idle. Also if this were the case wouldn't the level on the dipstick be much higher due to water getting into the oil? But my engine seems to be running very smooth and it is idling steady at 800rpm.

 

[Haut Medoc]

Re: Need some info, engine oil was milky colored

You are probably OK, just keep a close eye on the oil.......​