2011Eco

Got my 4th used oil analysis report back today. Haven't noticed the oil level rise but will look more closely at it by the next change.

I called over to ask a few questions and she mentioned they currently have around 50 3.5L EcoBoost's that they are getting samples from and think it's a very solid engine and I will have years of happy ownership. Time will tell!

What do you guys think?

CoreyMS

I'd say its fine. The fuel is a little high. Was the oil HOT for the sample?

yokev

Yeah, I totally agree with those guys on the fuel issue. Ford only has to warranty the damn thing for a relative short period of time. Obviously continual fuel contamination keeps taking mileage off the end of the motor's life.
I like that you're not only keeping tabs on the condition of your motor, but also having it continually documented.

Franchi Motorsports

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Out of curiosity, how much does an oil report like that cost typically?

Half_ton

http://www.blackstone-labs.com/free-test-kits.php

2011Eco

In a word: Yes.

I always go into town and run an errand or two and then drive to my house, which is in the country, and drive right up on the pre-set up ramps, cardboard, pan out, etc. I have the fumoto valve so it is quite easy to just slide under and flip the lever and oil comes flowing out.

2011Eco

If you are into this stuff, check out this website:

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums...s.php?ubb=cfrm

kydsid

Diesel nerd, not a gasser nerd here, but my ubderstanding of di engines is that fuel level is only potentially a problem if is increasing over the same oci or it surpasses the oils additive package and dilutes it leading to low tbn and therefore higher wear. even blackstone comments that hasnt happend and that tbn is good and so is the oil. i see more of a reason to look for a stouter oil here if the goal is longer oci than a fuel issue.

Secoond, a uoa is not monitoring the engine but only the quality of the oil. you may catch an engine problem but you shouldnt think of a uoa as such. and documenting oil condition is also not documenting engine condition.

Roughneck12

I would imagine that if you took the truck for a good run all the light ends, ie. fuel in the oil would be burned off via the PCV valve or whatever is on these trucks these days.

Ssls6

The Mobil 1 is doing it's job. The fuel dilution would keep me from extending beyond 5k miles if it were my truck. It's clear why Ford wants 5w-30 to be used in this engine.