Antifreeze trace in oil analysis
Received an oil analysis stating trace of antifreeze. First indication after several oil samples.
Received an oil analysis stating trace of antifreeze. First indication after several oil samples.
Re: Antifreeze trace in oil analysis
by Rotax-Owner » 4 months ago
Where did you send your oil sample for testing? This is very unusual, as there should be no situation where coolant mixes with oil. Rotax engines do not have a head gasket like those in automotive engines. The cooling system is entirely sealed and isolated within the cylinder heads, coolant hoses, radiator, and water pump.
There are three possible explanations for this:
Our suggestion is to send in another sample for testing. If the results again indicate the presence of coolant in the oil, we recommend the following:
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Re: Antifreeze trace in oil analysis
by ROBERT MEYER » 4 months ago
Thank you, All your reasoning/explanation is very helpful!
I’ll send in another sample to a different oil analysis site.
Re: Antifreeze trace in oil analysis
by Sean Griffin » 4 months ago
Any "connection" between combustion chamber & coolant system, is usually accompanied by very high coolant temperatures and loss of coolant - seems very unlikly.
Re: Antifreeze trace in oil analysis
by ROBERT MEYER » 4 months ago
Yes, coolant temp and quality constant.
Re: Antifreeze trace in oil analysis
by Jim Isaacs » 4 months ago
Do you use the same funnel to add coolant and oil?
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