Originally Posted By: Trav
The rod bearings are probably done. If it were mine I would be dropping the pan to check/replace them before they do damage to the crank.
There are upgraded bearings for this engine.
Yep, has been planned well before receiving this report.
Originally Posted By...
Undoubtable yes, a high showing of metals - along w/ some other oddities
Goal to post here specifically was for any helpful insight - there is a wealth of it on this site which I respect greatly
Blackstone sure provides some feedback - but as many will attest isn't most insightful
Originally Posted By: PimTac
It would have been interesting to see the TBN/TAN done on that sample.
I can certainly request from Blackstone - as from what I was reading they hold sample for a bit?
Originally Posted By: Snagglefoot
Iron,copper and lead all high. Maybe a very long OCI...
Background :
BMW S54 Engine : 125,xxx mi
Oil sampled immediately
Unknown brand, interval, or additives added
Silicon : I can attest from a later disgustingly filthy air filter