DonMac
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Any one of which would require engine teardown. A definitive answer.
Mayo under oil filler cap.
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Any one of which would require engine teardown. A definitive answer.
Dinkie Diesel
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No one has asked what kind of oil? 
Even after the engine coolant reaches 3 bars on the gauge the oil temp will lag behind in temperature rise. And, the oil will need to get pretty warm to rid itself of the condensate. Simply put, the short trips are killing your oil life. It's okay to continue the short trips if you have to but it would benefit the longevity of your engine to change oil more often. My opinion, of course.
Even after the engine coolant reaches 3 bars on the gauge the oil temp will lag behind in temperature rise. And, the oil will need to get pretty warm to rid itself of the condensate. Simply put, the short trips are killing your oil life. It's okay to continue the short trips if you have to but it would benefit the longevity of your engine to change oil more often. My opinion, of course.