oil analysis

[Bogdan Swider]

> > > In reality, chains do not "stretch." I know we commonly use that word to > describe what happens, but it's not an accurate adjective. They elongate > *only* due to the above wear you mention in the bushings. >

Are you positive they don t stretch after they get up in the morning or before/after a run around the sprockets? Bogdan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Ed Chait]

----- Original Message ----- From: "Bogdan Swider" To: "Ed Chait" ; Cc: "dsN forum" dsn_klr650@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 6:42 AM Subject: Re: [DSN_KLR650] Re: Chain Lube - Squeak Question nklr > > > In reality, chains do not "stretch." I know we commonly use that word to > describe what happens, but it's not an accurate adjective. They elongate > *only* due to the above wear you mention in the bushings. > Are you positive they don t stretch after they get up in the morning or before/after a run around the sprockets? Bogdan I don't know, I'm not a morning person. ed A17

[Jeff Saline]

On Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:36:38 -0000 "Shane" writes:

> Hey gang. Where would I send an oil filter for a check out? I have a > MB > S500 going down in flames. I'm in FL if that matters. I need to find > > out what has been introduced to this engine, the filter is packed in > an > engine with 12000 miles! > Thanks, Shane

<><><><><><><><><> <><><><><><><><><> Shane, I've had oil analysis done through the local Caterpillar dealer. I suppose most large truck and implement dealers will have info on the program they use. Cost was about $14 if you didn't get a TBN done. They give you a sample container which you fill with your engine oil. Make sure you ask them the procedure for filling the container and then follow it to the letter. I can also get mail in sample containers for a couple of bucks more. Steve and I used them on De Tour in 2006 and sent in samples from Utah and New Mexico if I recall correctly. Results normally are available in 24 hours and I get them via e-mail and snail mail. Remember one oil analysis result doesn't tell you much. You need a few to establish a baseline and then you watch for deviation that you can't explain. Best, Jeff Saline ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal Airheads Beemer Club www.airheads.org The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota 75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT . ____________________________________________________________ Click here and compare time attendance software features and fees from top companies. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/PnY6rw1bcjzjOdYldJ1C6oG283RYbpJeSei808IZZWoMVHdPe6zac/