[C320-list] Engine Oil

[Warren Updike]

Joe, I, too, was perplexed by the color of my engine oil.  I posed the
question in some forum, I can't remember where, and the reply was that the
nature of diesel engines is that they produce a lot of "color."  I learned
not to be bothered by it.  However, for peace of mind, have a sample of your
oil analyzed.  I understand this doesn't cost much and the information can
be very useful.  I'd wait until you have 20 or 30 hours on it.  I haven't
done this; but, it's on my bucket list.

I change oil in July and again in the fall layup, or whenever I've run 50
hours.

Warren & Pattie Updike
1994 C320 #62 "Warr De Mar"

-----Original Message-----
From: Joseph Aberdale [mailto:summerwind3 at comcast.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 10:55 AM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Engine Oil

I changed my engine oil and oil filter last October when I winterized  
the boat.  I checked the oil after I started the engine recently and  
the oil was a very deep colored black, not the look of new oil. Is  
this normal after a 6 month winter layover?  Should I change it again?

Also, is it worth it to purchase an impeller puller?  Does it work well?

Thank you for your thoughts.

Joe
#908