Fuel in oil

[Doc]

just got my results back from Blackstone <0.5 %
will post results tomorrow..
Regards

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[geophb]

-My first oil change at 1500miles because it was at the twist. A lot of short daily trips under couple miles. It didn't reek of gas to me, maybe a hint but its hard to tell with new oils today.

-From 1500-2200 miles, more short trips. Was at the dot in 700 miles, about the same level increase timeline as previous.

-2200-3200 (current) still at dot basically, maybe 1mm above it. Now I have a 30 mile one-way daily commute instead of 1 mile commute.

So far the extreme short trips was my issue, time will tell. I will keep an eye on it.

 

[Sarge104]

Shorter trips are probably the culprit...

 

[Doc]

Shorter trips are probably the culprit...

Fuel is too high, maybe Ford should Troubleshoot..maybe try a 2000 mile oil change and re sample.
Regards

 

[cb4017]

Wow! The oil viscosities are sure taking a beating in these engines considering the low miles on the oil. Even Doc's with no apparent fuel dilution.

Are you guys changing your own oil? I would almost suspect some dealers are using 5w-20.

I'll be changing oil on my Ranger soon and plan on sending samples to Blackstone and WIX Labs. My oil level has been constant over 4,000 miles so I'm not really anticipating fuel contamination. I'll advise.

 

[txquailguy]

How much does the Blackstone analysis cost?

 

[jsphlynch]

How much does the Blackstone analysis cost?

$30, and they provide the container and the shipping label to get the sample to them.

EDIT to add: If you want TBN, that's an extra charge.

 

[Doc]

Wow! The oil viscosities are sure taking a beating in these engines considering the low miles on the oil. Even Doc's with no apparent fuel dilution.

Are you guys changing your own oil? I would almost suspect some dealers are using 5w-20.

I'll be changing oil on my Ranger soon and plan on sending samples to Blackstone and WIX Labs. My oil level has been constant over 4,000 miles so I'm not really anticipating fuel contamination. I'll advise.

Mine is probably more diluted because my driving style..racing and sport mode only...3000 mile oil change for me and my wifes Mustang..
Regards

 

[txquailguy]

When I installed that catch can I was upset the first time I checked how much I was catching and it was almost full. I immediately checked the oil and it was just fine (no fuel odor or bad color). Interestingly, that first catch had a bunch of gunk in the mix that I haven't seen since. Anyway, I bought my Ranger in mid-February 2020 and have a lengthy commute every work day (50 mi). I'm at 28.5K and she is running awesome! I must say between the wife and I, we push this motor pretty good on the interstate daily!! If I don't hit 100mph at least once on the way home it's a bad day...lol I may get the Blackstone analysis done in the near future but I'm not too worried about the truck just based on how she is running. I would have thought I would see some sign of trouble by now if I had a fuel/oil issue. Just my opinion......

 

[Doc]

When I installed that catch can I was upset the first time I checked how much I was catching and it was almost full. I immediately checked the oil and it was just fine (no fuel odor or bad color). Interestingly, that first catch had a bunch of gunk in the mix that I haven't seen since. Anyway, I bought my Ranger in mid-February 2020 and have a lengthy commute every work day (50 mi). I'm at 28.5K and she is running awesome! I must say between the wife and I, we push this motor pretty good on the interstate daily!! If I don't hit 100mph at least once on the way home it's a bad day...lol I may get the Blackstone analysis done in the near future but I'm not too worried about the truck just based on how she is running. I would have thought I would see some sign of trouble by now if I had a fuel/oil issue. Just my opinion......

What does the dip stick smell like, I doubt if you will have problems due to your driving habits. Break in is important...

When I installed that catch can I was upset the first time I checked how much I was catching and it was almost full. I immediately checked the oil and it was just fine (no fuel odor or bad color). Interestingly, that first catch had a bunch of gunk in the mix that I haven't seen since. Anyway, I bought my Ranger in mid-February 2020 and have a lengthy commute every work day (50 mi). I'm at 28.5K and she is running awesome! I must say between the wife and I, we push this motor pretty good on the interstate daily!! If I don't hit 100mph at least once on the way home it's a bad day...lol I may get the Blackstone analysis done in the near future but I'm not too worried about the truck just based on how she is running. I would have thought I would see some sign of trouble by now if I had a fuel/oil issue. Just my opinion......

I do 100-120 mph push daily...motor loves it ..
Regards
Doc

Edit: I have a 10 mile stretch of highway between here and Town With good visibility, No other cars around. I drive to town in the morning for Coffee and coming back from town when the motor temp is right I nail it to 100 and then immediately back to 60 then repeat once. Keeps me and the truck happy...

 

[Texasota]

How much does the Blackstone analysis cost?

$30.00

 

[Texasota]

-My first oil change at 1500miles because it was at the twist. A lot of short daily trips under couple miles. It didn't reek of gas to me, maybe a hint but its hard to tell with new oils today.

-From 1500-2200 miles, more short trips. Was at the dot in 700 miles, about the same level increase timeline as previous.

-2200-3200 (current) still at dot basically, maybe 1mm above it. Now I have a 30 mile one-way daily commute instead of 1 mile commute.

So far the extreme short trips was my issue, time will tell. I will keep an eye on it.

Doc, I think the short trips are my problem also and here in Minnesota during cold winters the problem gets worse. After my last oil change I put ~750 highway miles on and the dipstick showed zero rise in oil level. For the last ~250 miles it has been mostly driving around town and the oil level is rising again.

My town trips are long enough to get the engine temperature gauge in the normal operating range but the oil does not get heated up. I'm starting to think that the only solution to this is frequent oil changes for this truck.

 

[N. J. Jim]

You guys that have catch cans, in your opinion which is the best one to install?

 

[txquailguy]

Dip stick smells fine....I will say since I installed the catch can and basically "cracked open" the system, I get a fuel odor around the engine compartment in general. The mishimoto catch can is sealed well but I guess just capturing the fuel/oil mixture in the can creates the smell. I'm good with it though...smells like fun to power...lol. My Turbosmart dual port BOV was delivered today so now I get to hear that turbo exhaust swoosh sound. Doc you probably think that thing is completely unnecessary....

 

[Doc]

Dip stick smells fine....I will say since I installed the catch can and basically "cracked open" the system, I get a fuel odor around the engine compartment in general. The mishimoto catch can is sealed well but I guess just capturing the fuel/oil mixture in the can creates the smell. I'm good with it though...smells like fun to power...lol. My Turbosmart dual port BOV was delivered today so now I get to hear that turbo exhaust swoosh sound. Doc you probably think that thing is completely unnecessary....

I like to hear about mods, you give it its unigue personality !
I just run a crankcase breather and muffler/resonator delete...(Old School)

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