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hello - i sent in my blackstone oil test kit about 6 weeks ago and not received the results back yet. How long typically is the turnaround?

Here from the "Future". Just finished listening to #127 that spoke about AI Oil Change Suggestions and touched on using the OLM/Manual to decide when to change the oil. I know with my Current Vehicle with its Ecotec 2.4L engine, I can't/won't use the OLM because of an existing excessive Oil/Fuel Dilution problem that the OLM isn't factoring (enough) into its Algorithm. Been able to bring the percentage down by reducing "Short Tripping" and Excessive Idling... But having changed at 3000 miles / 8 months (7500 miles/12 month OLM was reporting 56% Oil Life Remaining) I fear what I would have discovered had I gone another 4 months or maybe 1500 miles (4500 miles/12 months). So for now still sticking with 3000 miles around 6 months and OLM 50-60%... Even though my last Oil Sample suggested 4000-5000 miles. (Ran 3720 miles/7 months/OLM 50%) Hopefully the test results show further improvement

I really, really would have liked to know what oils and viscosity they were using!!!

I just got my first sample back, 180,000 still running great

I agree ....

Need to speed up the testing time. Its still taking too long to get results.

TAN and TBN

What's nice is that Blackstone laboratories will actually include this on their analysis. They will also tell you if you can go longer or need an oil change. They have a RUclips channel as well

Hello Blackstone Joe! I was happy to see another channel (Dave's Auto Center) recommending oil sampling and using yours, judging by the report they showed. Granted they didn't plug you directly but I DID! My old Chevy is about ready for an oil change.

It would be interesting to do a study on how long oil filters are good for before they stop working.

Do you have a shit ton of Perkins AD3.152 data?

Any deals with Armed Forces?

I'm thinking giving an old-ass Massey Ferguson 135 Perkins AD3.152 the RVS Engine Treatment. Before and after Blackstone analysis would be VERY revealing, me thinks.

If I was selling high end used cars, they would come with Blackstone analysis.

Well said and thank you!

According to Lake Speed jr. TBN does not matter unless it’s in diesel.

I got an oil analysis and started following. If i may make a suggestion with your videos that is just my own personal opinion. They dont have anything that catches my attention. They all have the same exact picture and the names dont really help you know what it is that youre going to be watching. And i know your description does have that information but you have to understand that people are lazy and if some other video cathes their attention first they are gonna watch that video instead

this podcast is timely. I have been sending in oil for years, and have felt a little self conscious about putting in details--glad to know its helpful.

Hi Joe, for oil viscosity is higher better or lower?

Good explanation. Kill the distracting music.

I have a Caterpillar diesel engine I'd like to do this with, are you guys able to analyze something like that?

Groovy music!

I realize this is an older video, but he mentions that he's going to park it for the winter and start it 3-4 time per month. NOT GOOD for any engine. Not bringing an engine up to operating temp and running it will do more damage to it. Different metals and lubricants heat up and cool at different temps and will create condensation during cool down. Another problem is every time you fire it up and run it then shut id down you have washed down the cylinders, and with excessive priming fuel and cranking fuel more damage can occur to cylinder walls, pistons, rings, crank etc.. Better to park it and not start it and leave it on a battery tender unless you're going to take it out for a good run then park it.

Have you guys seen a lot of the 3rd gen eco diesels?

Could i use an old oil or Lucas bottle i cut off to catch a sample then transfer the 3 oz to the sample jar?

Need to put a Fumoto valve on that:)

My viper is on engine #3, I'll be sending in a sample at around 500 miles. What should I be looking out for to make sure the motor isnt going to grenade.....again

I trying get setup with your company. So we offer oil analysis with our oil changes with our mobile mechanic business

I have a 1.0 ecoboost that has been known to have the internal oil emersed belt degrade and clog the pick up. Will this sample be able to confirm the belt residue is in the pan without having to drop it?

Totally agree with your comments here- I have a 2016 Toyota Highlander with 140k on the original ATF. Tremendous controversy on whether or not it's too late for me to do a drain and fill. I am going to send a sample in before any significant fluid exchange so we can see where we are at.

23:15 imo it’s a bad idea to start it and just let it warm up and cut it off in the winter. Warming up in the cold and then cooling causes condensation because it’s not getting the oil hot enough to evaporate the moisture. I never start my vehicles unless I plan to ride them in the winter. I could be completely wrong about this but I’d like to see an analysis comparison between oil that has just sit all winter and oil that has been periodically warmed up like he says he’s going to be doing.

Nice video. I would like to know how to be an oil analyst or Technician? Do you have to study a Bachelor degree? If yes what type of Degree?

Really, worthless video. Looking for how the analysis is performed not how some kid changes his oil. At my age I have probably changed more engine oil on more different vehicles than this kid can count without a calculator. And guess what, kid; many of us do not need to jack the vehicle up and would never just raise the front, we have trucks lifted enough for even a fat lady to slide under. And it appears there is NO part two or more....

How about a link to part two. Would be nice.

Is it best to take the sample while the engine is hot or cold?

Is everyone's name Joe in this lab and why everyone speaks in Morgan Freeman's voice? 😂.

It records that into negative mileage.😂

Please redo the information on thr sheet

I have the privilege of doing my oil changes on a lift, and thus have to start the engine for a few seconds before getting the sample. Will this affect my results too much? Sending my first sample in soon!!

Just got refused today by Canada Post to send a sample in. Rules must have changed recently as I sent a sample earlier this year. This really sucks as ups and fedex are ridiculously overpriced for Canada to USA shipping…

I've spoke to several mechanics and the real issue is getting the sample to Blackstone Lab. It seems that many Post Offices see the Package that contains Motor oil and open the package as they did on my sample. When the package arrived at BlackStone I received an email from Blackstone Lab that the oil sample was missing!! Blackstone advised me to ship it thru UPS in a sealed box. I went to my local post office and they said any type of Waste OIl will be removed from the package ! John

The first time I sent my Oil sample in everything went great! >My results using Amsoil Signature Series was fantastic results. The second time my results never made it as the local post office must have damaged the container so this was a waste of money. Third time post office contacted me to say they don't accept waste oil in the mail. So I contacted another Lab. They use UPS to send samples to them! John

Just got my first oil analysis on my 3.5L V6 eco boost engine. The comments were very helpful and I'm glad I did the test. The data is so interesting, now I want to test all my fluids in all my cars😂

Too slow to process, I'm on week 4 after delivery confirmation and still no results. I'll be looking at your competition.

Just recieved my first analysis results. 20 days start to finish. Great customer service too.

Thanks for this! Takes out any guessing

What happens to all your used oil? I imagine it's recycled somehow

That's very cool. I never really thought about what magic was used to get my results

With the Hyper inflation of gas and cars, people want their old cars to last well beyond 200k mark. At least that's why I'm sending in samples, soldering connector points in modules, cleaning and protecting ground points, replacing plastic inside and around the engine, and cleaning and protecting CAN buses, changing fluids long before they're due.

Just sent in my first sample! Cant wait to monitor the Gladiator and make sure shes running tip top! Awesome PodCast also!