Originally Posted by
Rocker_7
Dear Pantload (yes, replying your post of 2007 if I see it well)..
Can you recommend a "good starting point" educational video (on youtube or elsewhere) about oil analysis, that a non-engine-overhauler pilot can also understand ? In general, what can we learn about oil analysis ? How is it done, and - importantly - how can I determine, whether the person or workshop who (claims) is doing it well, really does a professional job ?
Thank you,
This video should get you started
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Google Mike Busch and oil for more, quite a bit of information out there from him on all sorts of things. I would echo the comments others have made that really proper care and handling of the engine is key to longevity (even the awesome GO-480).