The truth about oil change intervals and analysis

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  • čas přidán 28. 03. 2024
  • Dave, Miles and Joey interview Lake Speed Jr to analyze the best way to build, break in, and maintain engines for the best performance. Check out Lake Speer Jr’s oil analysis here - www.speediagnostix.com/shop/p...
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  • @themotoroilgeek
    @themotoroilgeek Před 2 měsíci +2031

    Thanks for letting me visit. It was great seeing the shop and talking about engines and my favorite topics - piston rings and motor oil!

    • @wysetech2000
      @wysetech2000 Před 2 měsíci +89

      @themotoroilgeek I was a fan of your Dad in racing. He was the king of doing a lot with so little. He also raised a great son. I was and Automotive tech for over 50 years and a race fan and a short track racing engine builder for most of that time. I love listening to people who know their job and back it up with test results and technical skill. You seem to be so passionate and not just a career. Not many of people like you around any longer. You also always seem to be happy with your life. That is a bonus!
      I believe that you were at Gibbs when Toyota started in Nascar. The Camshaft failures they had seem to have had was a huge problem and it appeared that the Driven motor oils seem to have helped. That says a lot.
      Thank goodness we have roller lifters in NASCAR now. Keep up the passion and intelligence as it makes you a rare person these days.

    • @timsmothers8740
      @timsmothers8740 Před 2 měsíci +34

      Thanks for going out to Utah and meeting with Dave and the crew while you were there. And Lake you do a great job making tribology easy for us to understand and all of the Information gained from Science Sir. I'm scared thinking about getting my 2005 6.0l back on the road, it has been sitting for 11 months due to me having a fall. But I need to get going again.

    • @briangriffin-ir4nk
      @briangriffin-ir4nk Před 2 měsíci +35

      With the cost of new cars and maintenance through the life of the vehicle, the cost of maintenance and oil changes is diddly squat compared to having a new engine built. Same thing applies to transmissions and brake systems. Maintenance and fluid changes are going to save you money hands down in the long run.

    • @briangriffin-ir4nk
      @briangriffin-ir4nk Před 2 měsíci +25

      In the 2 years since I bought my brand new Toyota, I’ve done 4 oil changes in 8,500 miles because of the conditions I drive in. Short trips 6 days a week. If you pull the dipstick out and the oil is dark, it will be solid black when you pull the drain plug out. I don’t let my vehicles get to that point, so I will assume that I can get 300k miles on the original engine. ????

    • @williamscore5322
      @williamscore5322 Před 2 měsíci +17

      YT must be suppressing your channel because I’m all about your subject matter and you’ve never popped up on my home page. Thanks for the great video

  • @rwcraver
    @rwcraver Před měsícem +358

    "There are no secrets, there's just stuff I don't know."
    That is the million dollar quote. Never lose your curiosity, be a life long learner; regardless of whether you dig ditches or launch space craft, stay curious and teachable.

    • @waitaminute-vw9hf
      @waitaminute-vw9hf Před měsícem +15

      We are naturally curious. As young kids, we ask all kinds of questions. Never discourage a curious kid from asking questions. Never tell a kid you ask too many questions.

    • @t.i.o.motorsports243
      @t.i.o.motorsports243 Před měsícem +3

      I will used this a quote
      Thanks and God bless you

    • @xephael3485
      @xephael3485 Před měsícem +2

      There are plenty of secrets they try to keep you from learning.

    • @battlefieldP4Fbeta
      @battlefieldP4Fbeta Před měsícem +2

      A-men bro!

    • @wp-nv3il
      @wp-nv3il Před 12 dny

      @@waitaminute-vw9hf ^this

  • @TheStp77
    @TheStp77 Před 2 měsíci +199

    I swear i could listen to these guys all day. Most engineers built some pretty cool stuff but never got their hands dirty. These guys know their stuff

    • @maldridge7630
      @maldridge7630 Před měsícem

      and you don't have Tinnitus? 🤔

    • @user-jd5sj8jx7r
      @user-jd5sj8jx7r Před měsícem +5

      Really good engineers do get our hands dirty, and the techs respect us because of it, just like we respect them.

    • @Dankyjrthethird
      @Dankyjrthethird Před 20 dny +2

      Smart engineer is a lifelong teacher and a learner, always teaching the principles behind machine manufacturing and design, and learning about service and reliability from the techs

  • @wp-nv3il
    @wp-nv3il Před 12 dny +25

    Who the hell ever thought I could sit through an oil video and be entertained by the subject. Thanks Geek.

  • @Sixpointtwoliter
    @Sixpointtwoliter Před 2 měsíci +476

    I appreciate you put yourself on camera and said "this is what I do, tell me if it's right or wrong, and why". And there were honestly a thing or two he asked you to adjust.
    Some places would never let that see the light of day. However, it makes me respect your work more! If my engine builder isn't learning, their product isn't getting better

    • @andrewsamanthamadison3320
      @andrewsamanthamadison3320 Před 2 měsíci +11

      Well said!!

    • @OcRefrigeration
      @OcRefrigeration Před 2 měsíci +7

      Yep. totally agree ! it's cool 😎 to see Them Learning too ! & then Putting that knowledge to the test to see if it actually pans out in the real world. Us Being the Flys on the Wall is incredible !

    • @davidelliott5843
      @davidelliott5843 Před 2 měsíci +10

      It’s a shame the manufacturers have stopped learning. Internal timing belts for example.

    • @maxnovakovics2568
      @maxnovakovics2568 Před 2 měsíci +5

      Thankfully the boomer mentality of "I already know everything" is fading out.

    • @72dodge340
      @72dodge340 Před měsícem +5

      @@maxnovakovics2568 How about your mentality of lumping people into groups of perceived behaviors instead of thinking of people as individuals? Can that fade out too?

  • @rickycorona7418
    @rickycorona7418 Před 2 měsíci +375

    The insatiable hunger for knowledge is what makes/keeps these guys great. No ego, no shortcuts, just seeking the best way to construct a product. Awesome job.

    • @ebaziuk
      @ebaziuk Před 2 měsíci +9

      Are you for real? The amount of ego stroking they were doing to each other took up so much of the video I gave up trying to find the part about motor oil.

    • @lamp7746
      @lamp7746 Před měsícem

      @@ebaziukbecause it’s a real interaction they’re not really trying to play it up for the camera it’s just coming along

    • @ebaziuk
      @ebaziuk Před měsícem

      @@lamp7746 In editing they chose to leave that part in. They want the public to see this time wasting circle of jerks.

    • @kenwillis8487
      @kenwillis8487 Před měsícem +1

      @@ebaziukis it fair to say your not a subscriber? I’m guessing it’s fair to say you’re a cliff note kinda guy vs a full documentary kinda guy! Nothing wrong with being a cliff note guy, just recognize the content ur watching b4 bashing them ! They were doing nothing more than a question and answer. Dave clearly had two or three ahah moments in this video where he realized they were doing something wrong, if he was trying to puff his chest out and inflate his ego he would have edited those moments out!

    • @ebaziuk
      @ebaziuk Před měsícem

      @@kenwillis8487 Right I'm not a subscriber I did a search for something and the headline advertised to answer that question... It felt like a bait and switch, I ran out of patience and time before they got past the circle jerk.

  • @joe7665
    @joe7665 Před 23 dny +47

    I love how humble these guys are.. They can admit when they don't know something... intelligent

  • @wannabefunnyman
    @wannabefunnyman Před měsícem +87

    I used oil analysis when I was an owner operator. The condition of the oil tells you so much about the condition of your engine. I never experienced a single catastrophic failure in millions and millions of miles of operation. Your oil tells you what is wrong well before any kind of failure and you can get it scheduled for repair in plenty of time. We used 1 micron oil filtration and sampled every 15000 miles on our MBE4000s and made engines everyone told me would die around 850,000 miles all run 1.5-2 million miles before rebuilding. We bought them around 550-600k miles and ran them as team trucks. Most reliable trucks I ever owned.

    • @cdsmit27
      @cdsmit27 Před měsícem +2

      What kind of oil filter did you use? Even Cat filters only go to 2 microns.

    • @arc00ta
      @arc00ta Před měsícem +4

      Yep, I worked on aircraft for years and you run UOA on everything from engines to gearboxes and hydraulic systems. On my own car I send a sample every 5th oil change, which is around 20k miles as I like 4k intervals the best out of all the duration I tried (best balance between oil life vs the cost for my driving). For the $35 is costs to have tested, its way cheaper than letting a bearing spin or something like that.

    • @tango_uniform
      @tango_uniform Před měsícem +5

      @@arc00ta The CFM-56 engine that powers the KC-135R and commercial aircraft has an average time on the wing of 30,000 hours before a shop visit due to world-class bearings and strict UOA schedules.

    • @ddroz23
      @ddroz23 Před měsícem +3

      I just got hooked up with a 4 pack oil test kit from Amsoil for like $120. They contract out the oil analysis to Polaris and write up a customer report too. This way I know what to expect. My truck runs 80WHP/100WTQ over stock at higher boost pressures. To keep it solid for the long run you got to put in the extra work. Plus, selling it later for top dollar goes I long way with receipts.

    • @edmundsmith7199
      @edmundsmith7199 Před měsícem +1

      @@cdsmit27 Cat engineer at the filter plant told me that less than 2 microns starts to strip additives out of the oil, but this O/O seems to have made it work…

  • @BiigCheeze
    @BiigCheeze Před 2 měsíci +309

    Lake Speed Jr has so much knowledge that I gladly watch anything he has to say

  • @robertpsotka3525
    @robertpsotka3525 Před 2 měsíci +210

    I was a auto technician for 38 years and agree most engine failures and problems are due to lack of maintenance. Great talk by the way. Excellent

    • @ryanhoaglin9907
      @ryanhoaglin9907 Před 2 měsíci +11

      Absolutely yes. If all drivers/ customers would check their oil when they fuel up, we would sell more than half as many engines. What happened to the days of "full service" gas stations? They did this job for you.

    • @aaronsmith5433
      @aaronsmith5433 Před měsícem +9

      "Full service" was too good to last , I still try to inform about it.
      I was chastising a smart ass⚗ usician w/no oil showing on his dipstick!
      " ..do you know what this means?" , I said.
      He said, "yeah, it means I need a longer dipstick!"

    • @ryanhoaglin9907
      @ryanhoaglin9907 Před měsícem +2

      @@aaronsmith5433 LOL!

    • @Soldier1287
      @Soldier1287 Před měsícem +4

      Even a shitass fiat/chrysler?
      Audi & BMW with their electrical problems and oil leaks?
      Modern GM plastic rear main seals?

    • @user-qd3bh9zb5g
      @user-qd3bh9zb5g Před měsícem +2

      @@Soldier1287 You forgot no quality control fords...

  • @wouterkellerman4458
    @wouterkellerman4458 Před měsícem +42

    40 plus years a mech and this video was mesmerising!

    • @donreinke5863
      @donreinke5863 Před 7 dny

      52 years and still at it. I know what works as far as oil changes, the type of oil I use and the importance of maintenance.
      I also educate my customers..or what you learn dies with you.

  • @rnels5002
    @rnels5002 Před 2 měsíci +48

    This was hands down, one of the best videos I have ever seen on CZcams

    • @ralphwood8818
      @ralphwood8818 Před 23 dny

      I was reading about a Peterbilt with a series 60 Detroit 425 HP engine. Almost zero engine wear at one million miles and only one oil change. Im a little familiar with this truck. It used Shell Rotella 15 W 40 conventional oil and a Gulf Coast O2 bypass filter. A mechanic didnt get the word to not dispose of the oil. Its misleading to say only 1 oil change in a million miles. The Gulf Coast bypass filter holds 3 gallons of oil. Thats 3 gallons of new Rotella every 10 K miles. Then you have the full flow filters changed every 50 K miles. Road King magazine article said that is equal to a full oil change every 40 K miles. I dont drain the oil in my 06 Pontiac but every 6 K miles I change the Australian Jackmaster Classic and add a new quart of synthetic oil. I drive mostly highway. I started in 1963 with a Frantz oil cleaner and Standard Delo 30W. In those days we changed the bypass filters more often and added more new makeup oil.

  • @anthonyhebert-trudeau6995
    @anthonyhebert-trudeau6995 Před 2 měsíci +352

    If you told me this video was 10$ to watch I would have paid it with my eyes closed! So much useful informations!!! Thanks guys!

    • @justincloward3362
      @justincloward3362 Před 2 měsíci +12

      🤫 don’t give them any ideas

    • @anthonyhebert-trudeau6995
      @anthonyhebert-trudeau6995 Před 2 měsíci

      @@justincloward3362 There was nearly a total of 100 years of experience and knowledge in that video. It's worth something.

    • @tdotw77
      @tdotw77 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Yeah literally priceless information sharing here! 👍🏻👌🏻💰💵

    • @MikehMike01
      @MikehMike01 Před měsícem +1

      calm down

    • @iansteward4708
      @iansteward4708 Před měsícem

      Paying is much easier with your eyes open. Keeps you from entering the wrong amount.

  • @johncarlson7775
    @johncarlson7775 Před 2 měsíci +129

    As a DYI mechanic, I just learned a ton and it has changed my PM schedules on all 3 vehicles right now including a 2012 civic with 225k. Thanks Dave!

    • @simonshurety3870
      @simonshurety3870 Před 2 měsíci +39

      From what to what?

    • @DavesAutoCenterCenterville
      @DavesAutoCenterCenterville  Před 2 měsíci +13

      That is awesome!

    • @derekp6636
      @derekp6636 Před 2 měsíci

      @@simonshurety3870 I'm curious as well, I'm still doing mine every 5k

    • @richcombs4805
      @richcombs4805 Před 2 měsíci +7

      Have 170 on my '12 Civic, had 400 on my 07 Civic before a deer and then rust killed it. All I did was never miss an oil change. I got 380 out of the 07 Civic and it still got 43mpg if I chose to hypermile. Both have only seen Pen oil with natural gas base.

    • @gregor.potrebujes
      @gregor.potrebujes Před 2 měsíci +2

      My '98 civic wih 380k kilometers has seen all types of oil. It has been eating 0.7L of oil / 1000km for the last 150k km. It doesn't get better nor worse. The oil has always been changed at 8 to 12k interval. I guess the oil consumption is now stable at 0.7L/1000km just because with such a high consumption it always run on almost fresh oil (due to frequent adding). 😂

  • @John-ih9nd
    @John-ih9nd Před měsícem +23

    This is probably my favorite video so far from Dave's auto center. The conversation with Lake speed Jr is fascinating to me. Now if we could get you guys and Gale banks in a video together. That would be the dream team.

    • @Faolan161
      @Faolan161 Před 13 dny

      You'd get a load of self-centered, entitled, box full of 💩💩💩 if you did that...

  • @Nitrox4me
    @Nitrox4me Před měsícem +64

    After over 35 years in the automotive service industry, with 10 years with Porsche and 25+ years in my own foreign car shop, I have lived by and preached that maintenance is the key to longevity. Mt automotive experiences and love came from my teenage years in the 60s when we built and dropped V8s into everything. Building hot rods, either for ourselves or others, is what kept us out of trouble. After that, I enlisted in the Navy and was designated an Engineman. That's where my diesel experience started. When I got out, Porsche was the only manufacturer that offered me a decent job. My career choice helped me become a millionaire. I'm "retired" now and this video was extremely interesting and memory-producing, thanks!
    In regards to detergent fuels, Costco is one of the only places that carries Tier 1 detergent fuel.

    • @wrangler6977
      @wrangler6977 Před měsícem +12

      Thanks for that Costco info.

    • @redbaron6805
      @redbaron6805 Před měsícem

      Unfortunately, that statement simply isn't true. Here is a list of Top Tier gas stations...
      Retailers include 76, Aloha Petroleum, Arco, Beacon, Breakaway, Cenex, Chevron, Citgo, Conoco, Costco, CountryMark, Diamond Shamrock, Express Mart, Exxon, Fast Fuel, GetGo, HFN, Harmons Fuel Stop, Hele, Holiday, Kwik Star, Kwik Trip, Marathon, Meijer, Metro Petro, Mobil, Ohana Fuels, Phillips 66, QT/Quik Trip, Reeders, Road Ranger, Rutter’s, Shamrock, Shell, Simonson, Sinclair, Sunoco, Texaco, Valero, Value America, Wow, and Win Win
      As you can see, Top Tier includes: Mobil, Shell, Exxon Texaco, QT, Arco, Chevron, Citgo, Conoco Kwik Trip and Marathon along with Philips 66, Sinclair and Valero besides Costco.
      You can check the current list on the Top Tier website.

    • @stuckinmygarage6220
      @stuckinmygarage6220 Před měsícem +8

      ​@@wrangler6977The added beauty of Costco is that it's fresh! They move product.

    • @tech29X
      @tech29X Před měsícem +3

      @@stuckinmygarage6220 The product practically moves itself ;-)

    • @normanflint8757
      @normanflint8757 Před měsícem +2

      If only our area had a Costco diesel 🇨🇦..

  • @kelvinelrick807
    @kelvinelrick807 Před 2 měsíci +162

    We need a 4 - 5 - 6 hour long special with all you guys.

    • @kelvinelrick807
      @kelvinelrick807 Před 2 měsíci +9

      @Alex-nb6rm Alright, then don't watch or listen. Since you clearly don't care about education or the right to repair.
      Let the rest of us who want to learn, learn.

    • @joshuabrown3467
      @joshuabrown3467 Před 2 měsíci

      Correct

    • @kelvinelrick807
      @kelvinelrick807 Před 2 měsíci +2

      ​@Alex-nb6rm THEN DON'T WATCH IT!

    • @dans_Learning_Curve
      @dans_Learning_Curve Před 2 měsíci

      ​@@kelvinelrick807he's a troll! You'll see him in other comments.
      Don't feed him! LoL 🤣😆

    • @kelvinelrick807
      @kelvinelrick807 Před 2 měsíci +2

      @@dans_Learning_Curve Yeah, I wasn't planning to respond to him any more.
      If they don't change after 2 responses they're a waste of time.

  • @DocHolliday3841
    @DocHolliday3841 Před 2 měsíci +105

    It's amazing that Dave is so passionate about automotive maintenance & repair. Hope his boys keeps churning out more like grandpa!

  • @chrismccotter5351
    @chrismccotter5351 Před 2 měsíci +24

    Appreciate you guys taking the time to sit down and record the session. Great insight to the nuts and bolts of what matters to keeping an engine going for the long run. Keep up the awesome content!

  • @carl2591
    @carl2591 Před 2 měsíci +12

    have been watching Lake's oil videos for a while now.. and for him to visit dave's shop is GOLD..

  • @boundarysentinel4181
    @boundarysentinel4181 Před 2 měsíci +142

    Outstanding episode! Smart men listen to other smart men and guess what happens, we all benefit. What a great collab.

    • @DavesAutoCenterCenterville
      @DavesAutoCenterCenterville  Před 2 měsíci +23

      Appreciate the comment! That's the great thing about this community, we all come here to learn together👍

    • @lawrenceralph7481
      @lawrenceralph7481 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Question.
      Why don't you vent the crankcase to atmospheric pressure? For instance, by loosening the oil cap or pulling the dip stick out a bit so it doesn't seal?
      Less pressure on backside of cylinder, less crap through EGR.

    • @andymike6575
      @andymike6575 Před 2 měsíci

      @@lawrenceralph7481some people do have crankcase breathers that vent to the atmosphere (even tho they’re technically illegal). I used to have an oil catch can on my Camaro that condensed the oil vapors prior to the intake manifold but the valves still got coked up

    • @user-mk4ij5tg4d
      @user-mk4ij5tg4d Před 2 měsíci +3

      It's a EPA thing. Bad for the environment. Starting in the late 60's. Regulation.

    • @jcheck6
      @jcheck6 Před měsícem +1

      @@lawrenceralph7481 I do that after ever landing in my airplane. I pull the dipstick out and let the hot moisture escape. The camshaft is at the top of the engine so the oil drains off leaving the camshaft bare and exposed to rust. Also add expensive Camguard at every oil change.

  • @brucekellett2269
    @brucekellett2269 Před 2 měsíci +77

    Bringing Dave and Lake together is a dream come true. I had to re run this show a couple of times to let it sink in ( 66 year old retired railroad engineer ). Here in Australia I run BP premium 98 and diesel. Regular oil changes and filters. Yes I drive my vehicles

    • @TonyLasagna
      @TonyLasagna Před 2 měsíci +2

      was a very good education and discussion!
      by the way, did you run those insane freight trains across the country? i just saw a video about those.

    • @brucekellett2269
      @brucekellett2269 Před 2 měsíci +3

      @@TonyLasagna Yes Tony. Freight, Passenger and last 10 years hauling iron ore. EMD GE and even old Alcos. What an era.

    • @TonyLasagna
      @TonyLasagna Před 2 měsíci +2

      @@brucekellett2269 awesome bruce! that’s what i was watching - the ore trains going to the port and it emptying onto the ship. also the savannah lander passenger train. man, i’d kill to hear your stories!

    • @dans_Learning_Curve
      @dans_Learning_Curve Před 2 měsíci +1

      ​@@brucekellett2269 Bruce, is being a locomotive Engineer a stressful job? 🤔
      I work with a guy that used to be an Engineer, now he's running production machinery.
      Just attempting to understand why he's not an Engineer anymore.
      Would valve your opinion.

    • @SauronsEye
      @SauronsEye Před měsícem +1

      Have you watched, "The Ghan" on SBS?
      Expires in 1 month. Comment recorded 24/4/2024.
      I'd be surprised if you can't see it on CZcams somewhere after then.
      It follows the 17 hour train trip from Adelaide to Darwin. There's 6 episode of about 3 hours each.
      Even if you're not that interested in trains, it's an interesting, while being a relaxing watch...the clickity clack of the train on the rails can make your eye lids heavy.
      I think there's a similar one on the Indian Pacific, the 65 hour trip from Sydney to Perth. I don't think it's as intense in recording every minute of the trip, that the Ghan doco does.

  • @digitalpunk88
    @digitalpunk88 Před měsícem +6

    Man I've gotten myself humbled by watching this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in such an understandable manner!

  • @suzintru1
    @suzintru1 Před měsícem +18

    What a GREAT video! I have 2 associate degrees in Auto Tech and 27yrs as a line mechanic, now retired. I learned so much from this. This video should be required viewing for all line techs and motor heads!! Thank you DAC.

  • @jamesp172
    @jamesp172 Před 2 měsíci +77

    What an education! Thank you for taking the time and effort to video Lake's visit to your shop. Lake's knowledge is extremely important to getting better service out of our vehicles.

  • @BigFish-eo7uj
    @BigFish-eo7uj Před 2 měsíci +77

    I can listen to Lake anytime. Very smart man!!!

  • @petebach7221
    @petebach7221 Před 2 měsíci +5

    I always learn from watching this channel but I have never learned so much so quickly. Thanks so much for having this TedTalk with Lake Speed Jr.; he is riveting to listen to. Highly approve.

  • @paulringenbergsr5842
    @paulringenbergsr5842 Před 2 měsíci +6

    The most informative content on oil, gas, diesel fuel that I have ever heard. Lake Speed, Jr along with Dave's crew helped me to understand so much, thank you!

  • @LilFoxAK
    @LilFoxAK Před 2 měsíci +45

    if you dont watch total seals channel missing out on so much info. love how he touched on fuel being being the #1 killer for oil. Whenever Lake Speed talks, just know its going to be 💎💎

  • @user-js4cl3ww9o
    @user-js4cl3ww9o Před 2 měsíci +27

    Thank you so much Dave for letting us watch these videos at 75 years old I have not stopped learning from the old school to the new school in Moore new school I still love to learn so keep up the great work I am an old Motorhead Gearhead dude from the past still looking into the future I really am thankful for what you're doing and I appreciate this guest that you have on this part of your interview so much to learn and there's even much more coming down the road thank you again for so much of what you do and what you offer may God continue to bless you and your family always. Amen

  • @johnslot7397
    @johnslot7397 Před 2 měsíci +10

    Retired mechanic...outstanding job making such a comfortable relaxed and informative video. One of my favorite videos I’ve seen . Damn fun watching

  • @leslopez9738
    @leslopez9738 Před 23 dny +9

    So much humility and respect between these guys, it's awesome!

  • @uncleal13
    @uncleal13 Před 2 měsíci +84

    I did oil analysis all the time on my Freightliner. One time it picked up a lot of potassium which they use as road salt around here.
    After looking around I discovered the shop left a turbo intake clamp loose, so it was sucking in road spray.
    Without oil analysis I would have went all winter without knowing, leading to the engine getting dusted and worn out.

    • @speedfreak8200
      @speedfreak8200 Před měsícem +5

      I add a banana to my crankcase oil for potassium

    • @Will97675
      @Will97675 Před 15 dny +1

      How do you go about getting an oil analysis? Mail a sample of used oil to a lab?

    • @uncleal13
      @uncleal13 Před 15 dny

      @@Will97675 I used the local Caterpillar Heavy Equipment dealer. Cat has their own lab. They sell prepaid sample bottles, fill it up, fill out the form. Then dropped off at the dealer. The lab emailed the results within four days.

    • @user-bw7po7is3l
      @user-bw7po7is3l Před 7 dny

      @@Will97675 see the link in the description for oil kit

  • @billwilkins8307
    @billwilkins8307 Před 2 měsíci +41

    Oil analysis is something I learned about in Army Aviation over 25 years ago. All the numerous gear boxes, transmission and engine oils were sampled and sent off to the lab. Now I have engine oil analyzed annually and the transmission fluid checked every two years. It costs, but I want to know of problems early to either fix or trade before it gets to expensive. Too bad it's not offered by the dealers when you purchase their extended warranty.

    • @svenhodaka9145
      @svenhodaka9145 Před 2 měsíci

      That’s a service feature I’d pay for.

    • @bmepdoc9675
      @bmepdoc9675 Před měsícem +2

      Absolutely, 100%, Bill. Think of an analysis as being akin to a FBC/CBC Blood test assessing YOUR health. It's as close to a window of what's going on inside as one can possibly get.

    • @iansteward4708
      @iansteward4708 Před měsícem +2

      Like trade the vehicle and pass the problem to someone else? lol nice!

  • @davidbothwell6625
    @davidbothwell6625 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Knowledge is power. Thank you for bringing in the experts. I change my oil every 5000 miles.
    Your videos are great. If I am ever in Utah I would like to stop by .

  • @kevace1985
    @kevace1985 Před měsícem +3

    This has beeen by far, besides diagnostic training, the best 20 minutes of information for anyone in this field or any oil lubricated industry. This video is an absolute GEM, which makes me a proud Daves Auto subscriber, and OilGeek as well......just priceless

  • @dznuttzonyachin7499
    @dznuttzonyachin7499 Před 2 měsíci +17

    This was an absolute GEM 💎 of a video !!
    Thanks everyone who participated in making this 👍

  • @HP-hm3pn
    @HP-hm3pn Před 2 měsíci +9

    Dave and Lake! Two of my favorite people to listen to talk about engine stuff! Well done fellas!

  • @nickandersen6443
    @nickandersen6443 Před měsícem +1

    I’m absolutely fascinated by this stuff. I can’t say there’s a time I’ve watched a DAC video and not learned something. Thank you for all you do!

  • @chrisbowers1652
    @chrisbowers1652 Před 2 měsíci

    We NEVER stop learning!! Awesome to see great minds sharing knowledge for the benefit of everyone! I will be sharing this video with many of my friends and customers. Maintenance costs less than repair!!

  • @802Garage
    @802Garage Před 2 měsíci +35

    Ugh I LOVE videos like this. Sharing the knowledge that 99.9% of people don't know and a very small percentage of us CRAVE! I just need definitive sources like this I can point people to when they question what I say about oil. Really awesome conversation and lessons. Thank you!

  • @barrygunning4424
    @barrygunning4424 Před 2 měsíci +15

    This is one of the most informative videos I've watched in a long, long time. It was 30 minutes well spent nerding out on oil.

  • @tried2call260
    @tried2call260 Před měsícem +5

    This is an outstanding conversation among professionals. Everyone in the room is an artist !

  • @graydonblair3928
    @graydonblair3928 Před 2 měsíci +4

    This was awesome!!! Please keep inviting pros like this to your shop to "talk shop". The knowledge he shared is incredible!! Thank you thank you thank you!!!

  • @gerardmccarthy2432
    @gerardmccarthy2432 Před 2 měsíci +4

    One of the best Daves Automotive videos. Ends all the know it alls sealed for life no need to change the oil, extended oil change intervals. Great job.

  • @brianvarner
    @brianvarner Před 2 měsíci +12

    As a retired cotton topped tech and shop owner since I was 10 years old you never quit learning in automotive. Fascinating stuff. We also had at our disposal a lubrication specialist of many years. We could call Dave and he rarely needed to consult a computer. He had a memory beyond belief and a passion similar to Lake's. He retired about two years ago as I did which is too bad for our industry. Love automotive CZcams shows of which your on top. Tanning in Tucson.

  • @rodbishop1958
    @rodbishop1958 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Thank you for including us with you in this huge informative seminar. Love your information that you and your crew offer!

  • @mjolles1976
    @mjolles1976 Před dnem

    I find this so satisfying. Love the humility and knowledge. Not cocky just straight up honest and humble.

  • @dylanfinch6186
    @dylanfinch6186 Před 2 měsíci +38

    Excellent video. Thanks for sharing. I always change my oil 3 to 5k intervals. Interestingly that's when the GM computer on multiple LS motors also believes it should be. If you want to drive to 300k miles and beyond on your original engine, then change the oil!

    • @Voges2023
      @Voges2023 Před 2 měsíci +2

      07 5.3l 4,000 miles interval, is where is at.

    • @bobd9868
      @bobd9868 Před 2 měsíci +13

      I’m shocked how much time and money people spend trying to figure out how NOT to change their oil. Nobody has ever said, “dammit, I did too many oil changes on this car”.

    • @rdallas81
      @rdallas81 Před 2 měsíci +3

      300,000 on my 5.7 Hemi ram.
      250,000 on 4.2 Ford F150

    • @derekp6636
      @derekp6636 Před 2 měsíci +4

      @@bobd9868 like I get its messy sometimes when windy and a pain, but.....30-40 bucks for even top end oil/filters is cheap compared to another car..

    • @sydneylivecamera
      @sydneylivecamera Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@bobd9868 lol that’s so true! I’ve changed my oil more often than I’ve washed my car lately which is a bit weird but it doesn’t cause me grief.

  • @BMWQC
    @BMWQC Před 2 měsíci +3

    Fantastic video guys! I have worked with a high end manufacturer for 37 years and you guys are spot on!! You men made some great tips I wish more vehicle owners knew, especially about oil change intervals and pampering your engine too much. This seems to be even more important now than with older engines without direct injection, turbos, etc..This applies to both diesel and gasoline engines. Thank you for making these great videos!!

  • @fasteddie5314
    @fasteddie5314 Před měsícem

    Absolutely awesome segment. Both Dave and Lake have incredible knowledge and experience. Thankfully I've been an advocate of what they are saying and have enjoyed trouble free motoring for 45 years.

  • @flintstone8263
    @flintstone8263 Před měsícem +5

    At 26.47 begins the most important (and infuriating) piece of vehicle information I have heard in at least a year. Thank you! What an awesome video.

  • @legrandechene3734
    @legrandechene3734 Před 2 měsíci +17

    I wish I could hit the like button multiple times. I always learn something from both of you but I also get confirmation on things I have been preaching for years. Thanks

  • @dennisdavis6868
    @dennisdavis6868 Před 2 měsíci +18

    Lake is really cool he definitely knows what's going on. Excellent show you guys have it, that's for sure. We'll deserved.

  • @RoyelPayne
    @RoyelPayne Před měsícem +2

    This was not only very entertaining to watch, but extremely educational as well. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @riggsyriggs4858
    @riggsyriggs4858 Před 2 měsíci

    Dave!!! Your transparency as a business man is honest and fantastic. You are a true mentor of how a business owner and sales should be. Good job 👏

  • @pauldiesel4582
    @pauldiesel4582 Před 2 měsíci +19

    Another super video.
    I enjoyed how it was filmed like we the viewers were included in an informal, but great informative discussion. I hope Lake comes by again.

    • @DavesAutoCenterCenterville
      @DavesAutoCenterCenterville  Před 2 měsíci +3

      We would love to have him at our shop again! What a wealth of wisdom he is. Thanks for watching.

  • @andrewsamanthamadison3320
    @andrewsamanthamadison3320 Před 2 měsíci +24

    Lubrication specialist + Dave and his boys = Amazing content!
    Great collab! you all could lay information on us for hours! Wish we could get some more!

  • @gregoryv.zimansr4031
    @gregoryv.zimansr4031 Před 9 dny

    Great interview. Thanks for doing it .
    I am a retired ASE Certified Master Tech who went to Suny Canton for Auto Tech in the mid.60's and then 4 years in the Army working on electronics .
    Listening to your interview brought back memories of being in a classroom discussing the theories behind the way things whether mechanical or electronically worked.
    I have been following you on and off this past year. You keep my "old" brain active.
    Thanks again.

  • @recumbentrocks2929
    @recumbentrocks2929 Před měsícem +5

    What a fascinating discusion. I just changed the oil on my little Fiat Panda. According to the user manual I didn't need to do it for another 2,000 miles. After listening to these guys I am so pleased that I did it early. The old oil was so black and watery it clearly needed changing. Thanks guys for sharing this with us all.

    • @SentinelSays
      @SentinelSays Před měsícem

      I’ve worked on Panda’s many times, and have owned a few. In terms of the last few models, the 1.1 and 1.2 Fire engines are extremely durable, but I’d always do what you did and change the oil around 2k miles earlier. The MultiAir engine is fragile by comparison; not only do I recommend 6-8k max oil changes, but also baby them a little, they have issues that can easily catch people unaware and mechanical failures in the MultiAir can be terminal at very low mileages. The new FireFly isn’t as fragile as the MultiAir, but it can’t handle the mileage that the Fire engines can. You made the right decision for sure.

  • @nicholaskinns1351
    @nicholaskinns1351 Před 2 měsíci +7

    That was so good to hear all that information, I change oil in my van and car every 5000 or sooner !! And always before going on long trips!! Love your channel❤

  • @realcarbon973
    @realcarbon973 Před 2 měsíci +6

    This is awesome Dave, this speaks incredible volumes to you as well as your shops humility to learn and constantly improve upon your services and products. Thank you for not shying away from your faith when so many on the internet do and teaching a young twenty year old man from western NC, 28040.

  • @juanrrobledo89
    @juanrrobledo89 Před měsícem +3

    I learned something very interesting in this video, I've been doing my oil change intervals WRONG, been pushing 7,500-10,000 miles because the oil jug stated that, I'll have to re-learn this, Good stuff in this video, Thanks to your guest Dave

  • @beneshkar2899
    @beneshkar2899 Před 2 měsíci

    To me, the conversation was so exciting. To hear experienced experts talk about engines and engine oil. Thank you!!

  • @jcismysavior9126
    @jcismysavior9126 Před 2 měsíci +5

    I started watching your channel 2 or 3 months ago i have learned a lot and I'm sure many others have to. I just want to say thank you very much You all are 100 percent professional God Bless you all

  • @earlribaudo4807
    @earlribaudo4807 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Wow, what a video. A video that every engine mechanic needs to watch. If they think they are a good mechanic now, after watching the video, they will become a much better mechanic. So much knowledge to soak in. Great meeting Dave, keep up the good work. Just love your video's, glad I found your channel.

  • @glennlozuke268
    @glennlozuke268 Před měsícem +1

    I could listen to these guys for hours. A ton of useful information for my Diesel TDI

  • @henryrifleownerpa1813
    @henryrifleownerpa1813 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Best channel on CZcams regarding autos, so glad I found it. You guys are the best, and honest. Thank you.

  • @somerandoonline5852
    @somerandoonline5852 Před 2 měsíci +4

    This was beyond awesome. Really happy to see all u guys together. Would watch again definitely

  • @michaelroden7823
    @michaelroden7823 Před 2 měsíci +8

    WOW. That is all I can say. I have NO formal training in mechanics but I understood just about all of that. I did not know most of it but understood it. I really wish some of my friends and family would watch this channel.

  • @lowrider9367
    @lowrider9367 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks for the great & informative video Dave.
    Not only do you run a successful business being passionate about what you do. You are very ethical in your work & how you treat your customers as well as standing behind your work. Another thing I have noticed about you is how humble you are to continue to learn. Always pursuing method & practices on what is right vs wrong in your profession. Love your channel & your vids you post. I'm looking forward to your show that is coming out.
    Thanks for upping the bar of quality & expectation in your industry.

  • @martindOO7
    @martindOO7 Před měsícem

    What an awesome episode! You guys are the type of guys i'd love to spend all my spare time just chillin with! Dave and sons and Lake. Just brilliant. I could have listened for hours, seriously!

  • @ianbreedlove6412
    @ianbreedlove6412 Před 2 měsíci +39

    Lake Speed Jr & Sr are both awesome

  • @Appalling68
    @Appalling68 Před 2 měsíci +16

    This is one of the most Piston Head videos I’ve seen in quite a while. LOL! I love it! Thank you all.

  • @omnislash6619
    @omnislash6619 Před 2 měsíci

    Guys like this who are ridiculously smart but yet is able to enjoy what he talks about is such a great thing to behold. Helps me keep my cars running strong because of guys like lake and Dave

  • @Jokero0o0
    @Jokero0o0 Před 2 měsíci +9

    I could watch these guys talk all day. I love this channel as I always learn something. Never stop learning.

  • @greglammers9905
    @greglammers9905 Před 2 měsíci +9

    I have been watching lake speed junior on you tube for a while. He is one smart guy. Love it!

  • @clonetrooper576
    @clonetrooper576 Před 2 měsíci +45

    I feel so priviledged to have been able to listen to this information for free

    • @dennisg4053
      @dennisg4053 Před měsícem

      I feel like I got about 2 college Courses worth of Useful Information. for free!
      You can tell Lake REALLY understands the Physics... When asked about "Ring Flutter" with the Gapless Second Ring... NO hesitation... "Not an issue, since there is always Positive pressure " ( in the supercharged Diesels )

  • @chiefknowstomuch
    @chiefknowstomuch Před měsícem

    Dave, That was an absolutely amazing round table discussion you had with Mr. Lake Speed! I'll probably watch this again to make sure I fully understand the plethora of knowledge bestowed on me just know.

  • @ScottBreslin-vh2ls
    @ScottBreslin-vh2ls Před měsícem +2

    That is one of the most informative and interesting videos that i have watched in a long time. Thank you for your passion and professionalism and sharing that.

  • @lonnielyttle3999
    @lonnielyttle3999 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Yall have help me change my maintenance on my truck I get my oil sample every time I change my oil I wish I still owe my diesel so you guys can repair my motor and make it better LOL keep up the great work may God bless you all

  • @thorsteinelstadolsen2005
    @thorsteinelstadolsen2005 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Hey I am from Norway and just wanna say its soo nice too hear really good conversation and @dave`s auto center you are great

  • @paulaspinall919
    @paulaspinall919 Před měsícem

    Utterly fascinating. The guy knows what he is talking about AND conveys the information so clearly. Thank you.
    From my personal point of view of ignorance my mantra has always been oil and filters are cheaper than new engines. My latest van (commercial vehicle) has a 20,000 mile oil change interval!!! I stick with 5,000 miles.

  • @wallace3953
    @wallace3953 Před 2 měsíci

    This is so great, in so very many ways.....You guys are really doing a great public Service with this intense discussion.....No subusitute for Brains and real Analysis....

  • @roadglide6895
    @roadglide6895 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Best and most informative video I have seen in a long time. Thanks Dave!!!

  • @ziggyortiz37
    @ziggyortiz37 Před 2 měsíci +3

    This is exactly why I love both these dudes!!! They know their stuff!!

  • @Dear1970
    @Dear1970 Před 2 měsíci

    Two of the best people on CZcams joined in one video awesome thanks for time and effort great job

  • @johncramer99
    @johncramer99 Před měsícem

    Maan. At the end i couldnt believe it was over. I wanted another 20-30 minutes.
    Great info. Thanks to all.

  • @johnbuck5273
    @johnbuck5273 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Very informative. Really am glad to get this information. Wish I could have gotten it 50 years ago.

  • @wingman8447
    @wingman8447 Před 2 měsíci +8

    One of your best videos. We just got schooled. I worked on locomotives for 40 years and oil analysis was an everyday thing. It told us so much about what was going on. It sometimes lead to a change in maintenance intervals and even change in the oil manufacturers chemistry.

  • @floydwillard329
    @floydwillard329 Před měsícem

    This is the best education for the Car owner, I have ever seen. If everyone watches this and learns as much as I did then dave Business may be slowing down. Thank you. Good luck with SHOW

  • @tomadams266
    @tomadams266 Před měsícem

    What a great informative video. Online oil debates have raged on for years and will likely continue, but it's nice to hear stuff straight from the mouth of a chemist. Very good, Dave. Love tbis stuff.

  • @budwhite3570
    @budwhite3570 Před 2 měsíci +9

    When I was in the army over thirty years ago, we had oil analysis intervals for our truck fleet for the company, it was part of the pmcs system,....preventative maintenance and check system.

    • @nateb19
      @nateb19 Před 2 měsíci

      We still do that in the army but due to cost considerations mainly only on big pacer items: tanks , howitzers, helicopters, armored vehicles etc.

  • @charleshof6394
    @charleshof6394 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Absolutely fascinating interview, a great insight into the make up and differences in oils, and there purpose. Thank you Dave and the Crew.

  • @BarnStangz
    @BarnStangz Před měsícem +1

    My old man did oil testing for MANY large engine oil companies back in the mid 70's and the stuff he would tell me about, engine oil, rings, pistons, wearing, etc, all that, sound JUST like this oil guy talking. So I guess my old (now 78 year old) man was correct after all these years and to think, he had no formal training, just learned about it through testing and deductive reasoning. It's nice to hear guys like this talk, you just learn SO much from them!

  • @willemmaas9813
    @willemmaas9813 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Thank you for this video. I totally agree that 3k miles oil change intervals are the best "tool" for any engine's longevity.

  • @Chainsaw-ASMR
    @Chainsaw-ASMR Před 2 měsíci +23

    This is the crossover we needed

  • @pastaking231
    @pastaking231 Před měsícem

    I learn so much from watching your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make these!

  • @TheGrobe
    @TheGrobe Před měsícem

    It felt good to have an expert verify. Even the parts I already knew. And I did learn several things from this excellent guest you had.

  • @lakeviewgarage3103
    @lakeviewgarage3103 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I had a smile on my face just watching this and learning so much.