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Old 08-29-2016, 12:39 PM   #49
Mako
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Originally Posted by FF View Post
Detergent keeps the big crud in suspension so the oil filter can grab it.

The fine stuff that passes the filter still requires removal for longest engine life.

A long 5-8+ hour run allows the detergent to re grab the fine stuff stuck to the sides and bottom of the oil pan and get it back in circulation.

This happens with every long engine run , weather you are changing the oil or not.

"Best Practice" would seem to remove it every time the oil is changed.

Or use a centrifugal bypass filter system and catch it as its formed.
I don't mean to drift the thread too much, but to your comments above, is that the reason why the Gulf Coast oil filters (long thread cellulose) are touted as being so advantageous? These passive filters seem more practical than a powered centrifugal unit on a typical small trawler.
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