why is the oil getting very dirty after a few hundred miles?
1154282
I don't know man. I didn't experience that when I used this filter. Maybe you did some really hard driving or perhaps there was already a lot of crud in the engine.
1154283
I really can't answer for certain. How old is your engine (years & miles).It is a fact that new engines dirty the oil much more slowly than older engines. I suppose it's possible the filter is faulty or improperly fitted. You might try another brand to see if it performs any better which I strongly doubt.
1154284
engine oil lubricates all internal moving parts, including the pistons where combustion is taking place. Combustion is not a clean process depending on the condition of your engine with carbon buildup, air filter to remove dust from air intake (which goes into combustion) and using lower quality gas with less efficient cleaning additives. Also, if you are using conventional oil rather than synthetic, it's wise to use an engine Motor Flush to remove sludge build it from conventional oil when it breaks down. In addition, always change your oil filter when you change your oil. Once your filter is clogged with dirt and contaminants, it will just circulate the stuff through the oil and discolor clean oil fairly quickly.
1154285
Several factors, what type of oil your using? how many miles on vehicle and the interval of oil changes?
1650648
Be sure that the friction points aren't sticky. A little light oil at all friction points can help a lot. You might need to do this more often if the friction points get wet, accumulate debris or get dusty.
1682726
Don't bother. Scoop it out, wipe it down with some paper towels, get as clean as practical. I used some Orange cleaner on the paper towel around some of the gear housing, but that was it. It isn't contaminated like having dust filings when a bearing goes. I scooped the grease into a container so I knew how much to put back in and used a similar amount.
1949964
I'm not an expert, but I would say you could easily go 5,000 miles minimum. Something else you can do, have an oil analysis done after that 5k miles. Swing over to Blackstone Labs' website, send off an oil sample and they will email you a detailed report on how the oil held up and whether you can run it longer or should change it more often. The reports may also indicate other things too, such as metal content in the oil (inadequate lubrication) or if there is coolant or fuel mixed in the oil. The cost is extremely reasonable.
1267859
Mine got a little tight, I may have put it away wet and caused some rust. I lubricated it lightly with penetrating oil, worked it in for a while, and now it works as good as new. If you're worried about food safety, you could try the same with mineral oil, but the penetrating oil is thinner and will be easier to get it worked in.
604754
I had to return it for the sane reason. Check the oil level though. Aomeone told me that may be the reason.
1250835
mine uses a fair amount of chain oil, it does drip a little bit after use I think that is normal. if it doesn't put a lot of oil on the chain the chain will wear out faster.
872585
There is a slight machine oil oder the first few times used, it goes away. I use it everyday and it replaced same model that was over 20 yrs old that I damaged.
1029863
I have the same problem. It takes some more cap tightening after the oil leaks. The oil lubricates the threads so if you use more force the leak will stop.
430951
I would not go past recommended intervals. It is a good filter but remember, the filter is the only thing keeping your oil clean. That said, maybe 7,000 miles but that depends on your engine and the amount of dirt that gets sucked into the engine..
2152687
Most of the oil gets used up, but there is some residue left behind which is easily rinsed out and can be wiped off with a soft cloth.
815253
some type of oil, mine were delivered broken and it spilled all over the package. Hope this helps.
1844413
Does the oil have to be drained out and replaced periodically? Is it hot to the touch?
510458
Check bulb or contacts maybe dirty. Dirty was my problem since I work in the oilfield.
277487
The oil might be so thick from the cold you might not be able to get the engine to turn over fast enough to start especially if you have strait 30 weight oil in it.
1442558
It sits in the oil. If you're concerned about cleaning it, I don't consider it a big deal. The heating element is a decent size.
1981557
It's being so long since I bought it....I usually buy detergent oil but one thing to remember is you can't use this oil an an engine with less than 10,000 miles. The rings will not seat. Otherwise, it's good oil and you may have an increase in horsepower too.. Call Royal purple to be sure, don't go buy what people say. It just a simple phone call. ernie