"jim beam" <spamvortex@bad.example.net> wrote in message
news:9P6dnWL_mKDApU_bnZ2dnUVZ_gednZ2d@speakeasy.ne t...
> Gary wrote:

> >
> 1. please learn to cross post so all answers are read by all groups.
> 2. "rusted" as in rusted through so it's leaking, or "rusted" so that
> it's just got surface rust on it? if the latter, just smear some grease
> on it and forget about it.


The mechanic claims its rusted and said he was afraid to open the cap to
drain it. Since two different shops said this was a problem I am concerned.
Is it normal for rust to appear on the oil pan?