UOA

[Mario17]

What is a used oil analysis and how do you get one, or do it yourself? How much does it cost? What kind of information does it provide? thanks for the help

 

[mshu7]

Blackstone Labs: http://blackstone-labs.com/index.html

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Blackstone's standard analysis will tell you what you need to know about the condition of your engine and how it's wearing. The standard analysis costs $20 and includes the following:

Spectral Exam: Establishes the levels of wear metals, silicon, and additives present in the oil. Also checks for coolant.

Viscosity: Determines the grade of oil.

Insolubles: Quantifies the percentage of solids present in the oil.

Flash Point: Determines the flash point of the oil. We use the flash point to determine whether any contamination is present in the oil (determined when the flash is lower than the "should be" range).

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Free test kit: http://blackstone-labs.com/free_test_kit.html
It's a DIY. After you have your engine up to temp, drain your oil. Wait for the first qt. or two to drain out, then fill the sample bottle with oil that is coming out of the pan. Fill out the form included and send it off via USPS mail.

 

[427Z06]

Click these:

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/whatisoilanalysis.htm

http://www.blackstone-labs.com/index.html

http://www.dysonanalysis.com/index.html

I recommend Dyson Analysis if your really into optimizing.