Is it safe to use used oil in a repair shop?
If you manage an automotive repair facility or maintenance shop, you may have some questions concerning the safe disposal of used oil, used oil filters, contaminated fluids, and other waste streams that are generated in your shop day-to-day. A few of these questions might be: What does the EPA define as “used oil”? What is a universal waste?
Where did I get an oil change done?
I had an oil change done (along with brake work) at Firestone about two months ago. I am a regular customer of this store. Last night my car quit on the highway–the oil light came on, accompanied by smoke and the engine coughing and stopping. I immediately coasted to a stop and got the vehicle towed.
What was the fault of the oil change company?
The engine seized and will need to be replaced ($3,000). According to the mechanic, this is clearly the fault of the oil change company (Firestone) who did not sufficiently tighten the oil drain plug to proper torque specifications. It took approximately 1500 miles to vibrate loose.
Where can I store my used motor oil?
You may store your used oil in above-ground tanks or containers if it is in good condition. You also need not worry about EPA ID numbers (if you are storing quantities less than 220 pounds per month) or RCRA record-keeping, as with other kinds of waste. How can used oil be re-used or recycled?
Why do I need ring seal smoke repair?
Ring Seal Smoke repair is formulated to help stop blue exhaust smoke, reduce oil burning and prevent plug fouling caused by “blow-by”. Blow-by is usually caused by gaps in internal engine parts resulting from excess wear. Ring Seal contains viscosity improvers that thicken the oil film filling these gaps.
If you manage an automotive repair facility or maintenance shop, you may have some questions concerning the safe disposal of used oil, used oil filters, contaminated fluids, and other waste streams that are generated in your shop day-to-day. A few of these questions might be: What does the EPA define as “used oil”? What is a universal waste?
I had an oil change done (along with brake work) at Firestone about two months ago. I am a regular customer of this store. Last night my car quit on the highway–the oil light came on, accompanied by smoke and the engine coughing and stopping. I immediately coasted to a stop and got the vehicle towed.
Why do I have blue smoke coming from my oil control ring?
This “blowby” can also occur if an oil control ring is clogged with sticky varnish and unable to manage oil effectively. Blue smoke under acceleration is a good sign of a restricted ring problem.