Thanks for the replies.
You're right about the oil pressure gauge, I have one on hand and will install it as soon as possible. I will also do a compression test next.
I avoid high load when the engine is cold, but since my place of work ist right next to the Autobahn I have to give it a little more throttle than I'd like to get up to speed. I think the engine should normally be able to handle that, tough.
But since the compression will most likely be less than Ideal, what you are saying is that I'm basically looking at a complete overhaul or at least engine-out of the car work.
I know that will get expensive if done right, so I'm thinking about putting another engine in that I have (D24+T).
But before I do that I'm going to try your overfilling tip and thicker oil, certainly worth it before pulling the engine.
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