Engine oil dye

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by pavrom, Jul 26, 2021.

  1. jason6541

    jason6541 Road Train Member

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    Yep, mistress’ always gets the time and money first.
     
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  3. bad-luck

    bad-luck Road Train Member

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    Me personally, I wouldn't add something like that to you engine oil. I am sure they say its safe, but I would not trust it.
     
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  4. snowwy

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    If you can't spot a oil leak, coolant leak, freon leak.

    Should probably get your eyes checked.

    They're all colored and leave traces.
     
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  5. pavrom

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    When whole side is covered in oil from top to bottom and never been washed in a while it can be head gasket , front cover seal , compressor gasket , oil pan , hoses etc
    I know major leak at head but wanna make sure that all taken care during repair
     
  6. pavrom

    pavrom Road Train Member

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    Whats wrong with fixing the equipment ?! I like my equipment to be in good working order and looking clean at the same time
     
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  7. Midwest Trucker

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    Call Cummins and see what they use. I know they do that to find leaks to be 100% sure when quoting a job.
     
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  8. Big Road Skateboard

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    Easy to find leaks on a clean engine. You know a car wash is like a buck?
     
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  9. 201

    201 Road Train Member

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    I'm not saying there's anything wrong with wanting equipment right, I did the same thing, HOWEVER,,,that was 20 years ago when repairs didn't break the bank. I give you a lot of credit ( credit not available in most areas) trying to make a go of it today. Yes, it shows an incredible amount of pride, something lacking today, and to even make it today you must go up and above what we did. Not to take the wind out of your sails, but it's inevitable, O'O's will be forced out, I saw it was beginning to tank, and wanted no part of it. As proud as I was, I didn't want to do it for nothing, and I think you'll cross that bridge eventually.
     
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  10. Lazer

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    If it’s that dirty, after you wash it off, even Mr Magoo should be able to see where any leaks are. IMHO
     
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  11. MTN Boomer

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    I have heard that since the beginning, put 2 gallons of Lucas uin it and run it
     
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