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Oil testing and capturing sample.

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I've got 20k on my oil change since the Frantz bypass filter install with paper change every 1,500. Wanting to have a sample tested.

What's the procedure for obtaining a sample? I've seen recommendations in the past for testing facilities. But maybe for the discussion of taking a sample and sending it off for testing it would be best to combine them here.

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    There are so many ways , midstream sample (as i's changed)  Thru a pre -installed sampling valve , suction line into sample cup .

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    Hey, my bypass filter sends filtered oil back to the oil fill on the valve cover. Anything wrong with taking the sample from that discharge? That'd be simple to get a sample! Leave engine running and remove the fill plug and fill the sample container. I don't think it'd get much cleaner than that.

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    Clean the plug and the pan around the plug with a regular paper towel. Dont use any cleaners. Drop the plug then get three different samples of the draining oil into your sample bottle

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    My friend had to install a T where the oil line goes into the bypass filter head and capped it. When he takes a sample, he removes the cap, installs a valve, runs the engine and draws a sample. Then kills the engine, removes the valve and replaces the cap. Takes a few minutes and still has minimal weight on the line. And no mess. Just a thought.

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    We are privately owned, with access to a professional Diesel Mechanic, who can provide additional support for Dodge Ram Cummins Diesel vehicles. Many detailed information is FREE and available to read. However, in order to interact directly with our Diesel Mechanic, Michael, by phone, via zoom, or as the web-based option, Subscription Plans are offered that will enable these and other features.  Go to the Subscription Page and Select a desired plan. At any time you wish to cancel the Subscription, click Subscription Page, select the 'Cancel' button, and it will be canceled. For your convenience, all subscriptions are on auto-renewal.