You should have it a bit above the max line. I don't know much about the oiling issues, but I'm sure things can happen during things other than right turns. And if somehow things have gotten clogged up, well there's a problem.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
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