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Episode 58: The Blackstone Difference Feb 14, 2022

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Every result has an explanation - sometimes that's high wear due to a problem, or elements that make clear the presence of contamination, the wrong oil being in use, and the list goes on. It's also true, though, that a less-than-ideal result doesn't always amount to a problem. High metals from wear-in, or elements that can be harmless additive as opposed to contamination are just a couple scenarios we come across daily. In order to present an accurate report and not just a page of elements with levels marked as "high" or "low" with no additional explanation, we offer an analysis that factors in all of the variables we can account for, and help you work through what's clearly an issue versus what isn't. That's the Blackstone Difference - an analysis where you can follow along in the comment and see what we found that's notable, how we identify a problem, and where to go next after an analysis is complete. Blackstone Joe walks you through it all in this episode, so just sit back and enjoy!

Episode 57: The Life and Times of a GT500 Jan 31, 2022

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Join Blackstone Joe and Brandon, a lab operator on staff at Blackstone, as they unpack the thrilling history of Brandon's beloved GT500. Symptoms of a problem were apparent on the driver's end, especially in a certain noise the engine was making. You'll hear the exact noise in the episode, as well as what Brandon was able to find after tearing into the engine. Repairs followed, and you'll hear Joe and Brandon unpack it all, with details about what was found in the oil and filter analysis. It's not a tragic ending, either. This V8 is still roaring today, and you'll learn all the steps that were taken to keep it that way. Enjoy!

Episode 56: Finding Answers In The Filter Part II Jan 17, 2022

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It was Blackstone Joe's turn to analyze a couple of oil filters in the lab, and sure enough he uncovered signs of excess wear that, along with results from an oil analysis, helped inform the owner of potential problems. It wasn't all bad news, though. Listen as Blackstone Joe unpacks particulate other than metal that doesn't necessarily call for alarm. If you're unfamiliar with filter analysis or want to know how we go about the process, this episode is for you!

Episode 55: Survey Says! Jan 03, 2022

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See survey link for Episode 55: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q8BWZKQWith the release of "Episode 54," we had some burning questions for the listeners of Slick Talk, centered around what would make you keep, get rid of/junk a vehicle. Now Blackstone Joe is back in the host chair, and ready to break down your answers and how oil analysis can play such a valuable role in helping you maintain a vehicle or stave off serious problems that would result in putting that vehicle out to pasture. Now there is a bit more data mining we'd like to try, though, namely finding out what episode content you're looking for more of in 2022, and what your favorite listening app is. With your answers we'll be able to bring the content you want, and make our presence known to more listeners in the vast podcast landscape. Thanks for your help!

Episode 54: Where to begin? Dec 20, 2021

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SURVEY LINK: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SFMD5H7If you're curious where to begin with testing, this episode is for you. Blackstone Joe is back in the host chair and offering a walkthrough of testing, what we run if you don't ask for anything, and what to ask for on the slip especially if you are short on a full sample or want tests in addition to the all-important standard analysis. Enjoy!

Episode 53: Recipe for a good report Dec 06, 2021

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Blackstone Joe is back in the host chair and here to break down the makings of a good report, and why even just the two words "good report" mean so much, both in regards to how your engine is doing and the hard work you put in to earn a favorable review. Come for the data, stay for the food analogies, mention of our latest adventures in social media content, a food recommendation, and more.

Episode 52: Everything seems fine, but is it? Nov 22, 2021

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Even when everything seems fine, taking a sample from your engine is a crucial part of the maintenance plan. Doing so can help you catch a problem in the very early stages, far before a failure, and that's exactly what occurred for the engine we focus on in this latest episode, one that had a silent killer waiting in the wings. Listen as Blackstone Joe unpacks the problem in question, how we found it, and the ways in which the engine was wearing as a result.

Episode 51: 3.5L EcoBoost, and when to sample Nov 08, 2021

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Intro - 0:00-4:00: Blackstone Joe is back in the host chair, ready to greet you with a TV show recommendation and a question about how to handle a recycling bandit, or bandits, in the neighborhood (hey, it can't be all data, all the time). When to sample - 4:00-7:45: Folks ask all the time, how often should I sample? To answer this FAQ, Joe goes back to the well for another timely running analogy, detailing how your sampling habits should correspond with the data you've stored already, and the importance of basing intervals on trends and wear patterns rather than just relying on the ol' gut instinct. 3.5L EcoBoost Talk 7:45-16:00: Joe talks oil change intervals, both the average interval we see these engines try and the longest interval folks have asked of this engine in our tests. Like what you're hearing? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Slick Talk - Episode 50: Unit IDs We Love Oct 25, 2021

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Episode Guide:0-4:19 - Latest albums we've been listening to. Joe and Ben first bonded over music and as such they like catching each other up on the latest albums they've been jamming to in the office. 4:20-31:22 - Unit IDs defined and the IDs we loveBen defines what exactly a Unit ID is in the Blackstone Universe, and from there Joe and Ben talk favorite Unit IDs they've come across, and a little story about each particular unit the ID is given to.31:23-37:45 - On The MoneyJoe and Ben talk about a recent IO-550 sample and how the findings paired with symptoms the customer was noticing in operation helped to identify a particular issue.

Episode 49: The Ryan Stark Interview Oct 11, 2021

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A long-awaited guest finally joins the program: Ryan Stark, president of Blackstone Laboratories. This is a wide-ranging interview, covering everything from the early days of Blackstone, how the business has evolved over the years, and of course fun facts about the man himself. Enjoy!

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