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WILDEBILL308
Sep 26, 2018Explorer II
GJax wrote:
Sample was taken with warmed engine. The oil was extracted by the system JG Lubricants supplies to their certified inspectors. I believe it was all done under proper conditions. Looks as though I'll have to use this as an initial analysis, and compare to future reports.
Well - I'm on top of the fence as to buying this MH leaning over toward buying … all filters and oil will be changed before any initial trip being made if I make the deal. Buying from consignment dealer, that's why I spent $500 on a certified inspection, so making conditions probably won't fly with actual owners selling it. Inspection went rather well, the analysis is my final piece of the puzzle.
Given what you have said I think you are good to go. I did work in a oil lab and I don't see any big problems. Yes you could use this sample as a base. I would do a sample every time you get ready to change your oil to get a better idea of what your trend looks like.
Pull your sample with the vacuum pump and be careful not to hit the bottom of the pan or you will get a false reading. I mark the plastic tubing I am using, against the length of the dipstick to make this easier. Send your samples in so you can have the results back before you drain your oil just in case you have a sample that looks bad. If you haven't drained the oil you can resample and verify the results.
By the way those who talk about catching drain oil don't know what they are talking about. Way to easey to get a false sample because the draining oil is pulling sludge out of the bottom of the pan.
Bill
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