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Originally Posted by george
On an oil analysis at 900+ miles there was metallic glitter in my oil. I drained that oil and put in a fresh change after 100 miles. I wonder if others have had this metallic glitter adding to the stress on these parts and creating the conditions for the stress fractures. I have no idea where this metallic glitter is from. I speculate it's the product of break-in.
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Agreed. It is not unusual for there to be metallic “glitter” in the oil after a first change on a fresh engine, same with a diff fluid change. Not necessarily a sign of any problems if the particles are just dust and there is not an excessive amount.
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