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Originally Posted by 240Joe
The problem I have with oil analysis on these old diesels is that even if I see something that isn't exactly right, I'm not likely to rip into the engine and fix it. These cars can be bought for 1 to 3k$ all day long.
So oil analysis becomes another non-value added process. Interesting, but useless.
240Joe
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You don't have to rip into an engine to fix every problem shown by oil analysis.
One common example: You run your oil for 5,000 miles and send the bi-annual sample in. You find out your Si is 60ppm, your Cr is 10ppm and your Fe is 125ppm.
You instantly realize you are sucking unfiltered air into your engine from somewhere. You go out and find a poor connection in your intake and you correct it.
Oh, and my old Benz is worth a whole lot more than $3k!
Tim