[Michael Yount]

And the analysis along with following trends in the results will help you figure out the optimal change interval.

1. Blackstone Laboratories · Phone
   416 E Pettit Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
   (260) 744-2380

 

[Michael Yount]

Just for grins, I called them and got their automated menu. It was close to the end of business day....didn't get an answer. However, I've tried twice since and cannot get their website to respond. Making me wonder.....

There's these folks -- https://www.oaitesting.com/services.aspx

 

[93Cobra#2771]

That’s a bummer if they aren’t in operation anymore. IIRC they had quite a database of prior tests on all makes and models and conditions/miles.

 

[93Cobra#2771]

Website is working fine for me.

 

[Michael Yount]

That's good news! Their database has my old data -- although, I don't think I own any of the cars/engines anymore that I've had tested over the years. Their analysis helped inform the impending rod bearing failures that occurred in my '09 WRX Subie. Because I had already "socialized" the issue with the Corp. regional tech rep (and was on a first name basis with Subaru of North America's then President) -- when it failed, they sent a flat bed to pick it up at work; dropped off a car rental at the same time; replaced (not rebuilt) the engine, turbo and intercooler; and gave me a 7 year/100k mile "gold" extended warranty. All at 1.5 years old/21k miles. And 2 months later I sold the car because I was disappointed they wouldn't do what I thought was the right thing and fix the car before it broke and left me stranded, possibly in a dangerous situation. Oh well....

 

[Michael Yount]

Just tried again -- nothing on my laptop or my phone.

 

[93Cobra#2771]

You sure you have the right site?

Blackstone Laboratories

Learn what's going on in your engine with oil analysis. Our free kits are easy to use and we explain the results in plain English!

www.blackstone-labs.com

 

[Michael Yount]

Last night about midnight, I could pull up the site on my phone; just tried now. Laptop will not open - linking from a search or from your link Richard. Bar comes about 1/4 way across and it just sits there.

 

[93Cobra#2771]

Very curious - pops up perfectly for me, both last night on phone and this morning on desktop. Someones hosting service is likely having an issue in your area. IIRC, web servers often split traffic/requests according to regions and such. I guess the snow slowed them down for you.

 

[CDW6212R]

Ditto, the website works for me also.

 

[93Cobra#2771]

It's official, Michael broke the internet. It was simply a matter of time.

 

[CDW6212R]

It's official, Michael broke the internet. It was simply a matter of time.

Where's a picture of Wreck It Ralph and the 2nd movie cover?

 

[Michael Yount]

Anyone who comes up with this as a camera stand for recording engine assembly is utterly capable of breaking, well, anything.

 

[CDW6212R]

I like that, but it should also have wheels.

 

[93Cobra#2771]

Bonus points for safety cone.

 

[Michael Yount]

The wheels are right there on that little stool. I just set the cone on the stool.

 

[Leadsled Coupe]

That’s what I’ve always tried for 30 yrs to do- use what I believed was best oil and filters, get analyzed at times, though not always. I found my change interval would usually come before any wear metals coming up in concentration. Great plan.

Well three in my house + for CoViD. Myself included. Thankfully We're doing well. Honestly it's not bad here. More like a bad cold at the worst and even starting to fade from that level. No fever any more, chest congestion and some coughing and sinus issues is all. Work says I can come back on Fri if I feel ok but must wear n95 mask for 5 days after. Not sure how long lung capacity takes to be fully back. Might not be at Y for a bit. Got it mild BUT I’ve also been taking a bunch of supplements anticipating this day anyway.

 

[Leadsled Coupe]

Bob what happened on the LC search and potential purchase ?? Those are SWEET for sure!!

 

[Michael Yount]

Speedy recovery Chris....

 

[93Cobra#2771]

That’s what I’ve always tried for 30 yrs to do- use what I believed was best oil and filters, get analyzed at times, though not always. I found my change interval would usually come before any wear metals coming up in concentration. Great plan.

Well three in my house + for CoViD. Myself included. Thankfully We're doing well. Honestly it's not bad here. More like a bad cold at the worst and even starting to fade from that level. No fever any more, chest congestion and some coughing and sinus issues is all. Work says I can come back on Fri if I feel ok but must wear n95 mask for 5 days after. Not sure how long lung capacity takes to be fully back. Might not be at Y for a bit. Got it mild BUT I’ve also been taking a bunch of supplements anticipating this day anyway.

Omnicron variant? Three of us had the original version and our son had the Omnicron. It appeared the Omni wasn’t nearly as rough as the original. Regardless, quick healing for all hopefully.