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Sometimes oil leaks on large machines, such as paper machines, can be hard to find. When the oil level in the reservoir drops but no puddles appear, look for a leak that is running directly into a u-drain or other sewer openings. If you use oil coolers and the oil pressure is higher than the water pressure, disconnect the water side of the cooler, turn on the oil pumps and see if oil drains from the water lines, indicating a blown cooler. (Craig Palculict lube/hydraulic oil analyst, Georgia Pacific Corporation)

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Book Bits: Synthetics Retain Viscosity When Hot

From the book "Synthetic Lubricants and High-performance Functional Fluids"

Automotive synthetic base stocks (PAO and ester) exhibit improved high-temperature properties versus petroleum oils of comparable viscosity. These improvements are characterized by viscosity retention at high temperature (due to higher viscosity index), higher flash points and lower volatility.

Higher viscosity index base stocks, whether petroleum or synthetic, will exhibit lower viscosity loss upon temperature increase. This property will translate into higher film strength for hydrodynamic and elastohydrodynamic lubrication in an engine. At high temperatures, this set of characteristics will mean improved protection for bearings (sleeve, ball or needle) and rotating seals.

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