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Right, maybe I'll switch to regular oil since I'm going to a short interval. What are the recommendations? Rotella? Something else? It will be interesting to see what the next few tests show with the above plan.

Originally Posted By: Clevy K. I'm just spitballing here so bear with me. How was the engine maintained prior to your ownership and is it possible there were deposits in the engine. The reason I ask is because if there were deposit accumulation it's possible the M1 cleaned these deposits up...

Had the timing chain (and water pump) replaced while fixing an oil leak in the cover. Wasn't told of any excessive wear. My coolant level is rock solid. Never needs any topping off and there is no obvious oil. Thanks all for the help.

The timing chain was recently replaced so that should be good. I don't know why the report said 5w-30 because it was really 10w-30. I just copied what the report said without noticing. I'll correct the info in my first post. I only have 136 miles on the truck since the oil change and I'll get...

Thanks. Will do that. Would you suggest a leak-down test to find the coolant leak?

My first analysis (hope I posted it right). I guess my motor is living on borrowed time. I'm the original owner and have taken good care of the truck but have used it hard thoroughly. Construction tools, heavy lumber, over-size tires, off-roading, constant A/C in long, hot Houston summers...