Check if the stuff is magnetic. Probably Al.
Is this a timing belt engine or timing chain? If chain, tensioners may be worn and chain chewing into Al case.
I would not bother with a sample, you already know the metal is there. And lots of it!!
Originally Posted By: MolaKule
I would recommend trying ALS labs.
Thanks, I'll look them up.
Just to possibly entice any chemists, I'll try to rephrase the question:
So we have a Diesel in good shape, shut down. Pour lets say a pint of sea water into oil sump (7gal capacity). Start engine...
Hi all. New to site, first post. Going to be a bit long winded.
I am assisting in investigating a water/coolant intrusion event in a marine 2-stroke Detroit Diesel. Vessel was coming down the east coast and grounded on a sandbar in NC. Boat tilted and there was a chance water backed up into the...