SD1too Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 Purchased my vehicle at the beginning of May with 186,000 miles. Recently conducted a comprehensive service at 190,000 miles and discovered microscopic flakes of gold-colored metal, around 1mm in size, in the oil filter. I am awaiting the arrival of an oil analysis. Is this likely related to rod bearings? What actions should I undertake? What is the severity of the situation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allmightyASTON Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 It seems to be the case, although it may also be something other. What is the sound of the engine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD1too Posted July 2 Author Share Posted July 2 A faint whining noise varies with engine RPM, but I am very certain it originates from the belt and is thus unlikely to be connected. Upon opening the oil cap, a peculiar tapping sound is emitted; nevertheless, this phenomenon is reportedly typical for the engine, leaving me uncertain. It operates well, as it has for the 4,000 miles of my ownership, and there are no strange noises emanating from the lower end. I am supposing it is the rod bearings, however. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allmightyASTON Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 Given their expense, I may replace the filter again after another 1,000 miles to see whether it continues to capture the microscopic particles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD1too Posted July 2 Author Share Posted July 2 It is a sound suggestion; I presume I can remove the filter for inspection and reinsert it if everything seems okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allmightyASTON Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 Indeed, that is feasible. I would not anticipate a positive outcome, since the flakes originated from a component of the engine, presumably a bearing, making it improbable to achieve another 100,000 miles, if you get my point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD1too Posted July 2 Author Share Posted July 2 I concur; I anticipated that the high mileage would need repairs, maybe extensive ones. However, I am prepared to do this since it is a unique vehicle. I will inspect the filter tomorrow and await the oil test results. Subsequently, I may replace the bearings during the next 1,000 to 2,000 miles throughout the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allmightyASTON Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 Please inform us of your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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