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Slick Talk - Episode 38: Art of the Pre-Buy May 10, 2021

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Sampling before you buy any car, truck, aircraft, boat, really anything that needs oil to do its job. If you've been following us for a while, you probably assumed as much but there is still a lot to learn when it comes to background info, what to expect in samples that have little/a lot of use, the list goes on. Listen as Blackstone Joe gives the breakdown on a pre-buy sample and how to get the most out of one.Bonus points: update on an upcoming podcast collaboration, and customer appreciation.

Slick Talk - Episode 37: Looks can be deceiving Apr 26, 2021

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In this episode, Blackstone Joe tackles a few different topics, with the main event being the color of used oil, and how the visual appearance can/can't tell us about what's going on with your engine. Bonus points: imposter syndrome and what to do with it, and a preview about a big episode we have coming up.

Slick Talk - Episode 36: What's in a name? Apr 12, 2021

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For this episode's main event, we're covering Unit IDs and not just what they're for, but what you should be thinking about when choosing the name for what it was you sampled.Key points: Literal is good, nicknames are fun (within reason), and the importance of consistency.Catch pan segment: What are the pros and cons of using high mileage oil?

Slick Talk: Episode 35: No filter change needed? Mar 29, 2021

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For a lot of folks, changing the oil filter with every drain is standard practice. Some manufacturers, though will recommend changing the filter every *other* oil change. Blackstone Joe tackles the question "is this normal?" and how you can use a standard oil analysis to learn if the filter can/should stay in use.

Slick Talk - Episode 34: All About Additives Mar 15, 2021

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It started with a simple enough question: "What do you mean by saying most additives don't "show up?" The answer isn't so simple, though. To detail additives, how they do/don't show up in testing, and benefits of using them, Blackstone Joe sat down with fellow report writer, Ben. Enjoy!

Slick Talk - Episode 33: Putting pen to paper Mar 01, 2021

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Paperwork is the enemy of many, but when it comes to the slip we put in every free test kit, that's not the enemy; it's your best friend.On the slip we don't just ask about the engine or oil you're sampling -- we want to know if there are any issues you're either aware of, or have reason to suspect. Reason being, there is a big difference between saying "You have a problem that you should fix soon" and "Hey, here is the coolant you're already aware of -- here is how the engine is doing in spite of that," or "here are other issues that warrant your attention." Blackstone Joe illustrates the importance of filling out a slip with a recent story from a 6.0L PSD.Bonus point: What testing do I need if I'm worried about a coolant leak?

Episode 32: Can You Analyze That? Feb 15, 2021

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A tale as old as time, or at least the times of oil analysis: Can you look at these results? Well, if they're from Blackstone Laboratories, the answer is always a resounding yes. So often, though, folks might ask if we can look at results from another lab. Blackstone Joe is here to break down why analyzing results from another lab is problematic, why folks want to switch to Blackstone in the first place, and the obvious exceptions to the rule.

Slick Talk - Episode 31: 6.0L/7.3L Special Feb 01, 2021

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Blackstone Joe talks diesels, coffee, and a fable from the rig. What more do you need to know?

Slick Talk - Episode 30: Going the Distance - Q&A with the Analyst Jan 18, 2021

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Welcome to the first installment of "Going the Distance" - this will be a series of episodes where we delve into specific engine types and data that makes it clear whether or not extended oil use is a good idea.For the latest Q&A with the analyst, we had questions come in regarding the flashpoint -- why we use it and what it can say about fuel dilution.

Slick Talk - Episode 29: Do I need a TBN or TAN? Jan 04, 2021

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It's time we demystify TBNs and TANs. These are special tests you can ask for in addition to a standard analysis. But do you need a TBN or TAN? Well that depends on what you're sampling, as well as the answers you're looking for in a used oil analysis. Blackstone Joe is here to walk you through it all.

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