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kbstinky
01-24-2005, 10:51 AM
Seen many threads about oil analysis.

Have not seen where to get the "kit" to do it, who does it, or how much it costs.

Most important is whether I should do it. What will it tell me.

Thanks

sprintmod1
01-24-2005, 11:17 AM
Can be ordered at www.avlube.com It's on their website and can be ordered that way.

When the email the results to you, you will be able to tell what is going on inside of your engine. The different metals, etc., they find in your oil will tell you what is going on either good or bad. Defintely worth the price.

Duratys
01-24-2005, 12:04 PM
A MUST if your going to extended drain intervals.

kbstinky
01-24-2005, 05:41 PM
They have with or without TBN.

What is TBN??

compressor59
01-24-2005, 07:22 PM
TBN is for the total base number of the additive package I believe it is what tells you how much life is left in the oil. I'm not a expert but from what I've read you need to be looking for fuel content and antifreeze and water and the tbn # and silicon (dirt).Good luck