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07-01-2015, 04:04 AM
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Oil analysis ..Thoughts?
Just got Back my recent Blackstone report.. Wondering thoughts on my Silicon levels...Blackstone does not believe it is dirt ..they believe it is in the oil.. Either anti foam or silicone gasket...based on the fact there are no wear metals or high aluminum In analysis..
Thoughts opinions
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07-01-2015, 04:37 AM
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Good report really !
What Oil do you use ?
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07-01-2015, 05:06 AM
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The oil manufacturer should have an virgin analysis……if not then have one done to confirm the silicon content. Cheaper than an oil change. FWIW I've started to include TAN as part of my test. It give me sense of margin, even if I change it yearly.
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07-01-2015, 11:04 AM
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Agree. I like the TAN result since we are putting on fewer miles each year.
I would think Blackstone has the virgin oil silicone level analysis for your oil product.
If not, Coma has great advice.
My engine yields 3 parts Silicon in multiple analysis from Blackstone. I use Delo 400 15W-40.
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07-01-2015, 12:11 PM
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What is a Tan test.. And dean your silicon levels read 3ppm?
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07-01-2015, 04:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Speedjester
What is a Tan test.. And dean your silicon levels read 3ppm?
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Here is a good discussion about TAN (Total Acid Number) and TBN (Total Base Number) and other Oil chemistry.
On edit: I see that I have misspoken. It is TBN that I get checked.
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07-01-2015, 04:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Coma
Here is a good discussion about TAN (Total Acid Number) and TBN (Total Base Number) and other Oil chemistry.
On edit: I see that I have misspoken. It is TBN that I get checked.
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Oh well, I echoed your comment and had my last analysis in front of me.
So, I had two chances not to fail......but did anyway. 
Yes, I guess it is 3 ppm. The normal is 5. Mine routinely is 3 at 96,000 miles.
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07-01-2015, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by deandec
Oh well, I echoed your comment and had my last analysis in front of me.
So, I had two chances not to fail......but did anyway.
Yes, I guess it is 3 ppm. The normal is 5. Mine routinely is 3 at 96,000 miles. |
No worries, we finally got it right…I think he's on the other post now anyway. 
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07-02-2015, 04:09 AM
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Thanks guys.. I appreciate you you us taking the time to help...stay safe
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