Ok guys. Based on info from my previous post, I flipped a coin and went with the Kendall Super D-XA Titamium 15-40 oil. I did my OC and replaced the filter with the upgraded Donaldson DBL7349 15 Micron filter. Now to the question/ concern. As most have reported on this site, my oil is usually JET black as soon as I crank up. It has been 4 days since the oil change and the oil is still pretty clear (can see/ read the stick thru the oil). AND, my truck is producing this stinky kinda burning oil smell. I did not spill any oil and have cleaned/ degreased the engine compartment 2x. Is the smell similar to the infamous Rotella smell that is mentioned? And why the oil still clean on the stick? Soot supposed to be much smaller than 15 micron. Is it the better filter? Oil not doing its job cleaning? Filter restricting flow? Do I have an issue or concern???
Thanks in advance!
James
Thanks in advance!
James