2000 expedition burns oil

[kidzzzz]

I guess the title says it all, my 2000 burns oil. when I start it I get a nice big cloud of blue smoke, not all the time, but often. Seems like I am allways adding oil What is the problem and how do I fix it? Any input would be great Thanks

[goon]

one of the causes could be valve stem seals (startup blow smoke). But I have had a f150 that was burning alot of oil tried a new pcv valve (CHEAP) cured the problem. I usauly only have the problem in the winter not in the summer.

[givemeabreak]

I've used oil, about a quart every 1800 miles, in my '97 5.4L since new. Took in while still under warranty and Svc. Dept. Manager showed me a Ford Service Bulletin that said it was acceptable for this engine to burn a quart in 900 miles. Did the salesman tell me I was going to have an "oil burner" when I purchased it? Hell No! You don't say what engine you have, but be sure to check with your Ford Service Department to see whether a similar Bulletin might also be out to cover the 2000 model. I really felt "taken" by Ford when I read that bulletin, knowing that I was going to have to put oil in the damn thing forever and not be able to do anything about it. I still have it and still put oil in it! Never another Ford V-8!! Good Luck!