No metal flakes like when I had spun bearings. Lots of metal in the oil plus sloppy shifting suggests damage to the engagement dogs. barely 1/8th inch of oil … … I'd want to know if its cast iron or bearing. Carbon flakes found in an oil filter/screen can effortlessly be broken apart with a small pick or even between fingernails. So at this point I don’t see any other possibilities. There was some metal in the oil, but nothing big. There is probably nothing short of a rebuild that will help. AdamZ, Sep 15, 2015 #6. It could be anywhere, cylinders, valves and camshafts, … I’ve never had this before so I think there must be something going on inside the engine that is not good. Brittle pieces of metal in the engine include most of the bearing surfaces - including the crank bearings, valve guides, etc. It looks like the filter is covered in glitter. Same thing, swapped coils no change. Examples. On Continental engines, you may find some long (up to two inches in some cases) bronze hair-like metal trapped in the filter or screen. mcfreid. Aluminum or bronze. Sand and metal flakes from bearings coming out of the oil should not be happening. Don't wait until the bearing bets so thin it spins and gouges the crankshaft and the big end wanders into the counterweights, seizes and the rods go out the side of the block. When the oil turns contaminated with dirt or debris like metal shavings, expect big problems to occur. change the oil with a high quality oil, i use castrol superbike, and going synthetic will be fine since the bike is well broke in, and see how that goes. Only thing you can do is change the oil and filter, install a magnetic drain plug and some neodymium magnets on the outside of the filter housing, and just wait. Collapse. The second is associated with the actual wear metal levels. Phoenix, AZ. Every oil change I cut the old oil filter. The next day, the shop manager messaged me and informed me that they had found metal flakes in the oil filter. Come join the discussion about reviews, maintenance, upgrades, and more! All Time Today Last Week Last Month. While you do save watch your dipstick and change your filter as soon as you see the shavings. Joined: Dec 28, 2003 Location: ft. stockton,tx,usa. Change the oil and filter immediately. Join Yahoo Answers and get 100 points today. Just back from the oil filter cap. I have 60's vintage steel cylinders with cast iron rings. 2012. timing . Search. But it’s a LOT of metal. IMHO that valve has already struck the piston deforming the top land of the piston. AggieMike88 Touchdown! Personally, I don’t know what else it could be they could cause a misfire intermittently and only on one cylinder. Is it OK to run and just change the oil frequently and keep my eyes on it? The misfire number is very small, but nonetheless it’s still there when every other cylinder is reading zero. I cut the oil filter and found some metal flakes. my motor is a 383 stroker 4 bolt main with a very mild cam and reworked 350 heads,it has only 6000 km. Also how much should I expect to pay to replace it? Post Reply . Posts; Latest Activity . We’re a forum community dedicated to Chrysler 200 owners & enthusiasts. metal flakes in oil filter Discussion in 'Engine Topic' started by HULKZ28, Sep 30, 2006. Over time, they are caused by parts of the engine resonating, and the drain plug is equipped with a magnet to attract these flakes, to prevent issues. To really know if it is a big problem you need to saw the filter with a hack saw where the filter screws into the block then pull the filtering material out and inspect it, if you find no metal flakes in it your ok. I expected to see some metal due to breaking in the engine. There was some real small flakes in the filter also. The reason why it’s not a good indicator is that the VVT solenoid is usually attached next to the cam shaft. 72K miles on a 3.6 FWD non flex fuel. All Discussions only Photos only Videos only Links only Polls only Events only. I first changed the oil at about 2,000 miles. I did put a can of seafoam in less than 100 miles ago to try and clean up the inside before my oil change, has anyone ever seen this? Awesome experience all around … If your old one is full of shavings, sorry, L.N. The large flakes varied in color Engine starts up on the first try normally and runs strong. All Discussions only Photos only Videos only Links only Polls only Events only. Member. Hi all, I took my car (1997 boxster) into a shop to have the oil changed and have an IMS guardian installed. Change the oil and oil filter. All Time Today Last Week Last Month. Hopefully it means it doesn’t carry a deductible either. They'll need to drop the oil pan to check them. About to do a big trip next week hence the oil change and am now worried. Check Engine Light. The metal flakes in the oil around the drain plug are normal. The metal shavings in oil can trigger severe engine damage in the long run. It wasn't until I was dumping the oil from the pan that I saw all the flakes. Yes, Dahl does have lower rated filters that could be used but I found that they tended to cause loss of flow. Last night I changed the oil in my 2014 JK with 133,000 miles on it. I’ve been telling them there’s an issue for a long time and they just blew it off and made me think I was crazy. Cam shaft was my thought exactly. Pan was spotless before the change so its not a leftover . Collapse. You can sign in to vote the answer. Is this un-common? Removed the tank and there was tons of fairly large metal flakes in it and on the coarse filter on the dry sump pickup. GMC. Filter. Unless the rough idle is a worn camshaft or worse. Generally, there are two primary causes of high metal levels in oil analysis. It also could be from the oil plug you may have slightly stripped the plug and is metal from the oil pan. Once I finally removed the stripped bolt from the engine oil reservoir (previous owner was an idiot) the oil that came out had flakes of metal in it. Pan was spotless before the change so its not a leftover . For example, you may need certain parts of your engine replaced. 72K miles on a 3.6 FWD non flex fuel. Page 3 of 3 < Prev 1 2 3. metal flakes in oil filter screen Discussion in 'The Garage' started by Khosatral Khel, Sep 15, 2014. This isn’t good. Time. Filter was dirty of course but I also notice only a very few very minor shiny metal flakes in the outside of the paper filament of the oil filter. on it when this happened,it was a valvoline 10/40 semi sintetic oil. Readjusted all of the rocker arms and started back up. How Dangerous Are Metal Shavings When They Are Found In Your Oil Filter I bought a Chevy HHR in May and when I had my oil changed, the mechanic showed me metal shavings that were in my filter. bike has 8600km on the clock 2007 model, stock standard no drag racing more touring than anything. If there are metal shavings inside the filter, inspect the timing chain, as this might be the source of the shavings. bike has 8600km on the clock 2007 model, stock standard no drag racing more touring than anything. Don't ruin my day and say my … Flakes are NOT normal engine wear, but serious damage going on! Where the oil filter attatches to the block there use to be, I think, 5/16s hex head or a pipe plug. Is this un-common? How do you think about the answers? Tags: maintenance; Sep 15, 2014 #1. I talked to a few people and they say it is normal. Carbon flakes are black and can appear shiny, but are easily distinguishable from metal. The engine has great oil pressure, 38psi warm idle, and it will spike 100+ on my autometer gauge in upper RPM's. X. Flakes of metal have to have come from a relatively brittle component (because soft metal doesn't flake so much). Time. The second is associated with the actual wear metal levels. We are using ASTM D5185 for wear metal analysis." X. I did upper and lower intake manifold gaskets along with spark plugs today. Those are some of the worst things you could ever do to an engine! I haven't seen in this thread but it may have been mentioned in another... have you swapped fuel injectors? Joined: Jun 2, 2014 Member: #131162 Messages: 3,100 Gender: Male First Name: Joseph Hub City Vehicle: 2006 Pre … I cut open by filters and pull them flat for examination on most oil changes and I can usually find some metallic debris. What gives? Several pieces of shiny flake-like, nonmagnetic, or several short hairlike pieces of magnetic material – place aircraft back in service and again check oil screen or filter in 25 hours. I would want to know for sure that oil was going thru the filter. All the metal particles were very small and were not caught by the filter. Those are some of the worst things you could ever do to an engine! The rough idle should also be covered under power train warranty. I'm not trying to … I’m sure they would have sold me on everything I just did BEFORE it became a warranty issue. Photo 06: This oil filter element shows normal carbon content and no metal present. I put in 5W20 full synthetic oil in my last oil change and this one as well. Aluminum shavings or flakes … There are a few indicators of whether or not the situation requires immediate transmission work. 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I did put a can of seafoam in less than 100 miles ago to try and clean up the inside before my oil change, has anyone ever seen this? Chasing Aluminum Flakes in oil, think I found the problem, opinions? Since most oil is dumped into a container when changed the metal must have been obvious on the oil plug, some of which are magnetized to catch metal fragments. The dealer will say what any dealer around me would. Member. Carbon flakes found in an oil filter/screen can effortlessly be broken apart with a small pick or even between fingernails. In fact, expect to pay at least $2,500. is right. Here's info I have collected: The metal flakes in the oil around the drain plug are normal. Cant tell if it was steel or aluminum even with a magnet cause pieces were so so small. It wants to sleep. PoA Supporter. 11,272 Posts . Based on what i have read and where it is coming from I believe it is a driver side rocker that has a bad needle bearing. It won’t pick up large particles and you have no information on what this particular engine makes historically for wear metals. Or just change the filter. Check the oil again after 1000 miles. Is it a head gasket or what? Chrome You’d hate to find this in your oil filter or screen! Thanks for all the input! The tricky part (especially through the Internet) is quantifying how much debris is "normal" and how much is a signal that something is giving way. '05 883 engine 8k miles. I’m out of the 7 year 70K but I have CPO that expends it I believe. I use Mopar or Wix filters and change the oil every 4 months: the filters are yellow when they go in and come out light brown. Whenever bronze is found or … A comment like “metal shavings in the oil” always makes me highly suspect. The ST wasnt around until 05/55 plates onwards, was it? If it matters I am running ACT Extreme Flywheel, 6puck, and PP, and a new BorgWarner S300-60 Turbo, and aftermarket oil cooler kit and filter relocation. Your problem may be caused by the cheap bulk oil and crap filters quick lube places use. Over time, they are caused by parts of the engine resonating, and the drain plug is equipped with a magnet to attract these flakes, to prevent issues. Discussion Starter • #1 • May 14, 2009. need some expert evaluation for this one. Terrain. Senior . They indicate severe, abnormal wear. flaking off of chrome-plated cylinders is another source for platelets. So I’ve been chasing after a rough idle. which in turn has rubbed the cylinder wall producing this metal debris in the oil. Filter. Are the shavings magnetic? Messages: 3,400 Likes Received: 1. Jump to Latest Follow 21 - 36 of 36 Posts. Get your answers by asking now. 911UK.com - UK Porsche 911 Resource Site & forum, Porsche Specialist, Insurance, parts, sales When oil analysis is performed, it is important to ensure that the machine and oil … If it matters I am running ACT Extreme Flywheel, 6puck, and PP, and a new BorgWarner S300-60 Turbo, and aftermarket oil cooler kit and filter relocation. As you can see by the pics I have discovered after an oil change some metal flakes in the bottom of the oil pan. They will have to do something. All the metal particles were very small and were not caught by the filter. It took Toyotas roadside assistance six hours to show up to get my truck when an hour was originally quoted. About to do a big trip next week hence the oil change and am now worried. YOu can go to most automotive parts dealers and get an oil test kit. Examples. new posts. When you say ST and 54 plate together, Im confused. Engine ran really smooth, no misses. Metal flakes will remain intact. The large flakes varied in color Engine starts up on the first try normally and runs strong. I found a good amount of metal flakes in it along with the second oil change. Just drive the car until the engine quits. Metal particles in the filter could come from an external source such as the "gas pump" or even farther up the supply chain the only real way to know would be to pull the tops off your pump cylinders and check the lift piston and cam surface The first is related to the sampling procedures. Read more about metal solids identification after oil servicing in Service Bulleting number 480. However, the metal shavings could be coming from cylinder head hardware, valves, valve guides or other issues. Gold flakes in the filter may be from any of the many bronze bushings throughout the engine. The amount of metal in subsequent filters has decreased. Join Date: Mar 2020; Posts: 47; Location: #1 Metal … The fact that metal shavings are in your oil is a sign that something else is seriously wrong. As already mentioned, some metallic debris is "normal". Rode it real hard and put it up wet. I have read a lot of discussion on finding metal and plastic in the oil filter screen. What were you seeing on prior oil analysis? The boring and honing was done 20 years ago, so a course hone, not the finer hones used today. Remember – it’s not the metal shavings that causes a problem. But I will definitely get the dealer involved and Chrysler if need be. L4-2.4L. After an oil change on a Mazda 3 i found red shavings in the spent oil. I know hadta ask. Dec 12, 2018 at 10:03 PM #1 #1. jboudreaux1965 [OP] Ragin Cajun Fan. Save up for a short block. I change the oil every 3,000 miles use Mobil 1 and an AC Delco filter. Do you change the oil yourself or do you take it a quick lube place? 99 Posts #21 • 12 mo ago (Edited) You used Fram filters, cheap bulk oil, and Seafoam oil treatment and are now surprised that the engine is wearing? While metal shavings in transmission fluid can certainly be a bad sign, normal wear and tear will produce some harmless shavings. Page of 2. I called Toyota and they said it to have roadside assistance tow it to the dealer. metallic dust from clutch is normal, metal shavings i would say bad. Like I … Generally, there are two primary causes of high metal levels in oil analysis. Bronze shavings are not usually found. I've seen other internet talk about camshaft flaking on the 3.6. Nothing like what came out with the engine oil. So hopefully that takes care of both of my issues. mcfreid. Its a z155. I have a snorkel and was off-roading in the desert but the air filter would have blocked any sand. They look to be about .001" in size. Prev. Is it possible to make a 4 rotor rotary engine by putting together 2  2-rotor s? The engine has great oil pressure, 38psi warm idle, and it will spike 100+ on my autometer gauge in upper RPM's. Typically the flakes will be from the bearings wearing out. Only thing you can do is change the oil and filter, install a magnetic drain plug and some neodymium magnets on the outside of the filter housing, and just wait. Then monitor the oil thereafter. Metal flakes in your oil are probably from a failed bearing. on it.. well when i got home the first thing i did was pull the oil filter and boy it was full of little metal shavings the color of light gold. Previous 1 2 template Next. Location: Weymouth ... Bike: Demon XLR 160 Re: Metal Flakes in oil. Posts; Latest Activity . Let it run for another 30 mins, no knocks or abnormal noises coming from the engine. changed out oil, and found very small brass flakes shining in the sun! Especially when I have swapped ignition coils from another cylinder that had no misfires to that cylinder and it was still on number three. is not in any way affiliated with. When is the cambelt change due on a 54 plate Focus ST? Other than that the oil had nothing else in it. The cam change will take care of what you said. Not to be a smartazz, but you are looking at the oil and not the transmmission fluid? Maybe you’re finding bits of bronze in your oil. Diesel Engine - Help! After about 150 miles I am on my 2nd oil change, and still saw a good bit of metal in the oil and on the magnetic plug I put in … Search. It might be time to take the car to the junkyard this time. Oil pressure was steady about 55 psi after warm up. As you can see by the pics I have discovered after an oil change some metal flakes in the bottom of the oil pan. If I get a new mower, I always change the oil after the first mowing and am amazed at the amount of metal flake in the oil. Checked again like 10 miles later. The metal is picked up by a magnet, all the flakes are completely red, car runs fine no coolant leaking. At a minimum it needs something replaced, at a worse case it needs an engine. Khosatral Khel XS650 Member. "How do we know that filter came out of your car". well the oil had about 500 km. It would probably cost more than the car is worth. Then I opened up my oil filter and found more shavings and flakes. But if you do, checking the oil suction screen is essential. Metal flakes are more grain of rice proportioned than splinters (smaller though). Previous 1 2 template Next. But upon pulling out my oil filter I noticed LOTS of metal flakes. Unless this came from a long time trusted mechanic or you’re experiencing other operating problems that you’ve neglected to mention, then I’d be highly suspect. None of the large flakes were in the engine crankcase or in the oil filter, but all of the oil had small flecks of metal when drained that gave it a metallic sheen. Freaked out and wiped a cloth in there to take a closer look. Carbon flakes are black and can appear shiny, but are easily distinguishable from metal. Do I still have to pay my mechanic after he got the wrong diagnostic and did the work? Greaser! Page of 2. Just clean it off when changing the oil. my O-320 now has about two hours on it. Show the filter to your local dealer and see what they say. The first is related to the sampling procedures. Still have questions? Show . Metal Sand/Flakes in Oil after Rod Bearing Replacement. I had a misfire caused by a fuel injector recently. I shut it down before too much damage. - Ford Courier 99 TD. The situation can even go … Is this normal or a sign of the apocalypses for my engine? Metal Sand/Flakes in Oil after Rod Bearing Replacement. But this may require an entire engine rebuild. Is it OK to run and just change the oil frequently and keep my eyes on it? How Dangerous Are Metal Shavings When They Are Found In Your Oil Filter I bought a Chevy HHR in May and when I had my oil changed, the mechanic showed me metal shavings that were in my filter. After about 150 miles I am on my 2nd oil change, and still saw a good bit of metal in the oil and on the magnetic plug I put in the pan. I am pretty routine in my oil changes until the metal flake goes away, then I change once or twice a season depending on how much it is used. It’s a good bet this is from the starter … Removed the tank and there was tons of fairly large metal flakes in it and on the coarse filter on the dry sump pickup. If you need to rebuild your engine, it will be rather expensive. Metal flakes in your oil are the harbingers of doom for your engine. Even if you do have a clean sample from the drain stream I think a UOA would be a waste of money. But upon pulling out my oil filter I noticed LOTS of metal flakes. Cutting a filter that you are looking for metal in with a hacksaw is dubious at best, still hacksaw detritus should be smaller than the other flakes seem to be. I’ve never had this before so I think there must be something going on inside the engine that is not good. Thanks for the response. A good starting point is to have your oil and filter changed; then have the filter opened to look for excessive metal shavings. Perhaps it’s a sticking rocker or something that at low RPM matters but that when the engine is shaking along at higher RPM is it noticeable ? Sounds like it had a … That disables the by pass and the oil will always go thru the filter. You could just do an oil change and see what happens. In an engine that’s operating properly this is almost always a prelude to a scam or to entirely unnecessary and highly expensive work. Metal flakes can also be found in the screens, so take those out with the oil change, and wash them carefully. You generally don’t find bronze shavings. Look for it, use a breaker bar and take it out. Carbon deposits Carbon or varnish deposits indicate the source was in a high temperature. I took the filter to the service center of the dealership to show them and was told that the shavings did not look like they came from my engine and that it was not uncommon to have this happen in new cars. Okay the dealer is putting me in a loaner car and thinks it’s a cam shaft that’s causing the shavings. Photo: Fiftythree. I could guess all kinds of other things, but let's start with that. Metal “shavings” to me means some rather large pieces of metal that are easy to see. 17 0 1. Ditto. 07-11-2012, 08:14 PM #8: RAPIDSHED. Several pieces of shiny flake-like, nonmagnetic, or several short hairlike pieces of magnetic material – place aircraft back in service and again check oil screen or filter in 25 hours. Metal flakes can also be found in the screens, so take those out with the oil change, and wash them carefully. Show . But I also decided to change my oil. Im looking at one with 28k, but not been changed since new. Although the flakes on the filter were apparently non ferrous did you run a magnet through the oil? Joined: Jan 13, 2010 Messages: 18,888 Location: Denton, TX Display Name: Display name: The original "I don't know it all" of aviation. … :eekers . Aside from hindering the car’s good performance, it can also indicate other more severe maintenance procedures that should be resolved as soon as possible. Wiped it clean and put back on thinking maybe from catch can machining since it was brand new. Nothing on the magnet, just in the oil. Read more about metal solids identification after oil servicing in Service Bulleting number 480. Is this normal or a sign of the apocalypses for my engine? We gathered from the other thread that we have a sticking valve. although,, when you're trying to spin this thing 7000 rpms,, … yeah,, detonation can pound the oil film out and tear up some bearings. Removed the tank and there was tons of fairly large metal flakes in it and on the coarse filter on the dry sump pickup. I’ll let everyone know what goes on. Aluminum or bronze. if it isn't burning oil and the plugs aren't fouling, run it til the next oil … Babbitt flaking off the bearings will also create platelets. I suspect worn out connecting rod bearings. new posts. Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by jboudreaux1965, Dec 12, 2018. I have a 1983 Buick Regal sedan and I recently noticed metal flakes in my oil dipstick when I add a light to it is this normal wear on the engine? Collapse. Here’s what you need to know about keeping metallic remnants out of your transmission fluid. This is the very first time that I looked at my oil filter after an oil change, so I don't know if my findings are normal or reason to be concerned. The engine got rebuilt about 4 or 5 years ago and I don’t know if this is normal the engine sounds perfectly fine and there’s no smoke from the exhaust please help I really like this car how can I get rid of these oil flakes. I found a bunch of tiny non-magnetic (so I guess they are aluminum) shavings in my oil filter (see attached pic) Oil was changed after 5,000 miles (as I always do), the engine has about 40k miles Anyways 30 min oil change complete, saw the expected shavings and changed the oil. Metal flakes in … Couldn't help it. Does not knock or … What gives? When metal shows in the filter suddenly between oil changes, some thing happened during that time period. Something in the motor is coming apart and is prone to failure. ENGINE KNOCK METAL IN THE OIL PANIn this video we noticed some metal shaving in our oil and oil pan and the car developed an engine knock. This usually shows up in the oil filter as “goldish” flakes and may be from any of the many bronze bushings throughout the engine. Refilled and let sit until today. Collapse. P0014. For my setup there's 4 filters in place: 2-30 micron Dahl, 1-30 micron OEM DFCM fitler, the last is the 1-4 micron upper OEM fitler. I took the filter to the service center of the dealership to show them and was told that the shavings did not look like they came from my engine and that it was not uncommon to have … If you detect more flakes in the clean oil, then you have some serious damage going on in the engine. I also checked the air filter and there was only a little bit of sand. Shavings or flakes in the sump usually point to the bearings, although they may be from anywhere. 74RAT Veteran Member. What i cant seem to find out is why the shavings are red through and through, the metal is just red... the oil has a little red tone too. Filtered by: Clear All. Change your oil and FILTER immediately! Join Date: Feb 2012. I’ll see what they say. Metal copper colour flakes inside oil filter housing.. opinions please. Oil was dirty, not excessive but needing changing for sure. ENGINE KNOCK METAL IN THE OIL PANIn this video we noticed some metal shaving in our oil and oil pan and the car developed an engine knock. sounds fine, runs fine, just a little nervous!! I personally run the Diesel Site kit which I use the 30 micron Dahl filters. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It was intermittent. I’ve been having a ticking for a month now that was faint at first but is progressively getting louder. Filtered by: Clear All. Just clean it off when changing the oil. Not much in the filter either, but only had it running only a few minutes. 5AD2CE60-D973-4358-B5B8-107617A4D100_1567981967032.jpg, 23631649-6AF2-4C38-A132-429C260865FC_1567981982343.jpg, 33A03BB7-AFB7-4C38-8ABD-485A6E5DA558_1567982002235.jpg, https://www.blackstone-labs.com/?se...abs.net/Bstone/(S(lh20ez45bfpjljecoakwbf55))/, Chrysler 200 Engine and Technical Discussion, 2015-2016 Chrysler 200 UF Engine, Tech Discussion, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada, is an independent enthusiast website owned and operated by Content on is generated by its users. Now, you might get away with a set of new undersized bearings and the crankshaft dressed up smooth. Filter was dirty of course but I also notice only a very few very minor shiny metal flakes in the outside of the paper filament of the oil filter. I talked to a few people and they say it is normal. Anyways 30 min oil change complete, saw the expected shavings and changed the oil. 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