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Re: Engine oil dye and black light
Posted to Tool & Equipment Forum on 1/14/2008

I have had trouble in the past with UV detection because the oil is dirty, the leak is were you can't see it, or it takes a long time before it starts leaking. I have found using our smoke machine has worked the best in finding oil leaks. I drain the oil and p... Login to read more.