So I got my oil sample back from Black-Labs
08-24-2016, 06:07 PM
#1
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
So I got my oil sample back from Black-Labs
Can someone please explain this to me. The oil was probably around 3800-4200 miles on it. I had about 30% oil life left on monitor. This was after the dealership replaced my oil pressure sensor. I have a feeling this may not be good? 
Last edited by crAzy; 08-24-2016 at 06:09 PM.
08-24-2016, 09:22 PM
#5
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
08-24-2016, 09:43 PM
#6
Drifting
I wouldn't be concerned.
The copper content is not that bad at 57ppm. It's normal wear characteristics most likely from the camshaft bearings. I've read stories where low mileage engines tested worse.
My reccomendation is to A. change to a Wix or Mobil 1 oil filter, and B. run a heavier weight oil such as 10w30 or 10w40.
For additional ease of rest put in a bottle of zinc additive every other oil change.
The copper content is not that bad at 57ppm. It's normal wear characteristics most likely from the camshaft bearings. I've read stories where low mileage engines tested worse.
My reccomendation is to A. change to a Wix or Mobil 1 oil filter, and B. run a heavier weight oil such as 10w30 or 10w40.
For additional ease of rest put in a bottle of zinc additive every other oil change.
08-24-2016, 11:16 PM
#8
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
I wouldn't be concerned.
The copper content is not that bad at 57ppm. It's normal wear characteristics most likely from the camshaft bearings. I've read stories where low mileage engines tested worse.
My reccomendation is to A. change to a Wix or Mobil 1 oil filter, and B. run a heavier weight oil such as 10w30 or 10w40.
For additional ease of rest put in a bottle of zinc additive every other oil change.
The copper content is not that bad at 57ppm. It's normal wear characteristics most likely from the camshaft bearings. I've read stories where low mileage engines tested worse.
My reccomendation is to A. change to a Wix or Mobil 1 oil filter, and B. run a heavier weight oil such as 10w30 or 10w40.
For additional ease of rest put in a bottle of zinc additive every other oil change.
08-24-2016, 11:43 PM
#9
Drifting
I was told that M1 0w-40 has more zinc than the 5w-30, I don't know that for a fact but you could check. Zinc is a wear additive but is said to foul the cats. I use the 0w-40 all the time with no problems at 80k miles.
08-25-2016, 07:39 AM
#11
Team Owner
I don't see a real problem.
08-25-2016, 08:08 AM
#12
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
My copper is 14x higher than the normal range.
Last edited by crAzy; 08-25-2016 at 08:09 AM.
08-25-2016, 09:55 AM
#17
Melting Slicks
08-25-2016, 10:17 AM
#18
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
08-25-2016, 10:40 AM
#20
Melting Slicks
At the next oil change, it would be a good idea to cut the oil filter apart for inspection of the oil filter pleats.
You could use a filter cutter that is made to do the job easier, or by unrolling the seam at the top of the filter.
Not sure with your reported results that you would see anything, but a good idea. Doing so can give you a heads up if things suddenly gets worse.
How's the color of the oil, hopefully a golden brown, without metallic flakes.
Your oil pressure would concern me if it were my car.
You could use a filter cutter that is made to do the job easier, or by unrolling the seam at the top of the filter.
Not sure with your reported results that you would see anything, but a good idea. Doing so can give you a heads up if things suddenly gets worse.
How's the color of the oil, hopefully a golden brown, without metallic flakes.
Your oil pressure would concern me if it were my car.