Designation: D6709 − 11

Standard Test Method for

Evaluation of Automotive Engine Oils in the Sequence VIII
Spark-Ignition Engine (CLR Oil Test Engine)1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6709; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

INTRODUCTION

This test method can be used by any properly equipped laboratory without outside assistance.
However, the ASTM Test Monitoring Center (TMC)2 offers a very valuable service to the test
laboratory; the Center provides reference oils and an assessment of the test results obtained on those
oils by the laboratory (see Appendix X1). By this means, the laboratory will know whether their use
of the test method gives results statistically similar to those obtained by other laboratories.
Furthermore, various agencies require that a laboratory utilize the TMC services in seeking
qualification of oils against specifications. For example, the American Petroleum Institute (API)
imposes such a requirement, in connection with several engine lubricating oil specifications.
Accordingly, this test method is written for use by laboratories that utilize the TMC services.
Laboratories that choose not to use those services may simply ignore those portions of the test method
that refer to the TMC.
This test method may be modified by means of Information Letters issued by the TMC. In addition,
the TMC may issue supplementary memoranda related to the test method (see Annex A3).

1. Scope 1.2 Correlation of test results with those obtained in auto-

motive service has not been established. Furthermore, the
1.1 This test method covers the evaluation of automotive
results obtained in this test are not necessarily indicative of
engine oils (SAE grades 0W, 5W, 10W, 20, 30, 40, and 50, and results that will be obtained in a full-scale automotive spark-
multi-viscosity grades) intended for use in spark-ignition ignition or compression-ignition engine, or in an engine
gasoline engines. The test procedure is conducted using a operated under conditions different from those of the test. The
carbureted, spark-ignition Cooperative Lubrication Research test can be used to compare one oil with another.
(CLR) Oil Test Engine (also referred to as the Sequence VIII
test engine in this test method) run on unleaded fuel. An oil is 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
evaluated for its ability to protect the engine and the oil from standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
deterioration under high-temperature and severe service con- standard.
ditions. The test method can also be used to evaluate the 1.3.1 Exceptions—The values stated in inch-pounds for
viscosity stability of multi-viscosity-graded oils. Companion certain tube measurements, screw thread specifications, and
test methods used to evaluate engine oil performance for sole source supply equipment are to be regarded as standard.
specification requirements are discussed in the latest revision 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
of Specification D4485. safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
1
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D02 on bility of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precau-
Petroleum Products and Lubricants and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee tionary statements are provided throughout this test method.
D02.B0.01 on Passenger Car Engine Oils.
1.5 This test method is arranged as follows:
Current edition approved May 1, 2011. Published May 2011. Originally
approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as D6709–10a. DOI: Subject Section
10.1520/D6709-11. Introduction
2
Until the next revision of this test method, the ASTM Test Monitoring Center Scope 1
will update changes in this test method by means of Information Letters. Informa- Referenced Documents 2
tion Letters may be obtained from the ASTM Test Monitoring Center, 6555 Penn Terminology 3
Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202-4489, Attention: Administrator. This edition incor- Summary of Test Method 4
porates revisions in all Information Letters through No. 10-1. Before Test Starts 4.1

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Power Section Installation 4.2 APPENDIXES

Engine Operation (Break-in) 4.3 Role of the ASTM Test Monitoring Center and the Calibration Appendix X1
Engine Operation (Test/Samples) 4.4 Program
Stripped Viscosity 4.5 Suggested Method for Salvaging Camshaft Bearing Journals Appendix X2
Test Completion (BWL) 4.6 Data Log Sheets Appendix X3
Significance and Use 5
Evaluation of Automotive oils 5.1 2. Referenced Documents
Stay in Grade Capabilities 5.2
Correlation of Results 5.3 2.1 ASTM Standards:3
Use 5.4 D86 Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products at
Apparatus 6
Test Engineering, Inc. 6.1 Atmospheric Pressure
Fabricated or Specially Prepared Items 6.2 D130 Test Method for Corrosiveness to Copper from Petro-
Instruments and Controls 6.3 leum Products by Copper Strip Test
Procurement of Parts 6.4
Reagents and Materials 7 D235 Specification for Mineral Spirits (Petroleum Spirits)
Reagents 7.1 (Hydrocarbon Dry Cleaning Solvent)
Cleaning Materials 7.2 D240 Test Method for Heat of Combustion of Liquid Hy-
Expendable Power Section-Related Items 7.3
Power Section Coolant 7.4 drocarbon Fuels by Bomb Calorimeter
Reference Oils 7.5 D323 Test Method for Vapor Pressure of Petroleum Products
Test Fuel 7.6 (Reid Method)
Test Oil Sample Requirements 8
Selection 8.1 D381 Test Method for Gum Content in Fuels by Jet Evapo-
Inspection 8.2 ration
Quantity 8.3
Preparation of Apparatus 9
D445 Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Transparent
Test Stand Preparation 9.1 and Opaque Liquids (and Calculation of Dynamic Viscos-
Conditioning Test Run on Power Section 9.2 ity)
General Power Section Rebuild Instructions 9.3
Reconditioning of Power Section After Each Test 9.4
D525 Test Method for Oxidation Stability of Gasoline (In-
Calibration 10 duction Period Method)
Power Section and Test Stand Calibration 10.1 D1319 Test Method for Hydrocarbon Types in Liquid Petro-
Instrumentation Calibration 10.2
Calibration of AFR Measurement Equipment 10.3
leum Products by Fluorescent Indicator Adsorption
Calibration of Torque Wrenches 10.4 D2422 Classification of Industrial Fluid Lubricants by Vis-
Engine Operating Procedure 11 cosity System
Run-In and Flush 11.1
Test Operating Conditions 11.2
D2699 Test Method for Research Octane Number of Spark-
Air-Fuel Ratio and Spark Advance 11.3 Ignition Engine Fuel
Air, Off-Gas and Blowby Measurement 11.4 D2700 Test Method for Motor Octane Number of Spark-
Unscheduled Shutdowns 11.5
Oil Sampling and Oil Addition 11.6
Ignition Engine Fuel
Periodic Measurements 11.7 D3231 Test Method for Phosphorus in Gasoline
Final Oil Drain and Oil Consumption Computation 11.8 D3237 Test Method for Lead in Gasoline by Atomic Absorp-
Operational Validity Criteria 11.9
Test Completion 11.10
tion Spectroscopy
Determination of Test Results 12 D3343 Test Method for Estimation of Hydrogen Content of
Oil Analysis 12.1 Aviation Fuels
Test Bearing Weight Loss Determination 12.2
Report 13
D4052 Test Method for Density, Relative Density, and API
Precision and Bias 14 Gravity of Liquids by Digital Density Meter
Precision 14.1 D4175 Terminology Relating to Petroleum, Petroleum
Bias 14.2
Use of ASTM Rounding 15
Products, and Lubricants
Keywords 16 D4294 Test Method for Sulfur in Petroleum and Petroleum
ANNEXES Products by Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spec-
Measurement of Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance and Annex A1
Journal Taper trometry
Measurement of Main Bearing Clearance Annex A2 D4485 Specification for Performance of Active API Service
The ASTM Test Monitoring Center Calibration Program Annex A3 Category Engine Oils
Measurement of Piston-to-Sleeve Clearance Annex A4
Control Chart Technique for a Laboratory’s Severity Annex A5 D4815 Test Method for Determination of MTBE, ETBE,
Adjustment (SA) TAME, DIPE, tertiary-Amyl Alcohol and C1 to C4 Alco-
Recommended New Liner Honing Procedure Annex A6 hols in Gasoline by Gas Chromatography
Sequence VIII Oil Priming Procedure Annex A7
Alternative Crankcase Breather Configuration Annex A8 D7422 Test Method for Evaluation of Diesel Engine Oils in
Connecting Rod Bearing Cleaning Procedure Annex A9 T-12 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Diesel Engine
Electronic Ignition Conversion Annex A10 E29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to
System Response Procedure Annex A11
Air-Fuel Ratio Measurement Annex A12 Determine Conformance with Specifications
Lead Decontamination Procedure Annex A13
Stay-in-Grade Oil Analysis Procedure Annex A14
Crankshaft Rear Seal Conditioning Annex A15 3
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, [Link], or
Report Forms and Data Dictionary Annex A16 contact ASTM Customer Service at service@[Link]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Test Fuel Specification Annex A17 Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website.

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TABLE 1 Power Section Run-in Schedule
Power Spark
Speed,
Advance, Time, Total
r/min
° BTDC min (±2) Time, h
(±25) W (±150) (±1)
1500 1500 25 60 1
2000 3000 25 60 2
2500 3700 35 60 3
3150 3700 35 60 4

E191 Specification for Apparatus For Microdetermination of 3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
Carbon and Hydrogen in Organic and Organo-Metallic 3.2.1 accessory case, n—the mounting base containing the
Compounds balancing mechanism, flywheel, and final driveshaft for the
2.2 SAE Standards:4 power section of the CLR engine.
J183 Engine Oil Performance and Engine Service Classifi- 3.2.2 build-up oil, n—see 3.1.6, noncompounded engine oil.
cation (Other Than “Energy-Conserving”)
3.2.3 calibrated power section/test stand combination,
J304 Engine Oil Tests
n—one that has completed an operationally valid reference oil
3. Terminology test within the previous six months, the results of which fall
within industry severity and precision limits as published by
3.1 Definitions: the TMC.
3.1.1 air-fuel ratio, n—in internal combustion engines, the
mass ratio of air-to-fuel in the mixture being induced into the 3.2.4 conditioning test run, n—a full-length Sequence VIII
combustion chambers. D4175 test using a TMC-designated reference oil in a new or newly
rebuilt power section to prepare the cast iron parts before
3.1.2 automotive, adj—descriptive of equipment associated conducting routine standard tests with the power section.
with self-propelled machinery, usually vehicles driven by
internal combustion engines. D4485 3.2.5 emergency shutdown, n—the procedure for turning off
the engine’s ignition without using the prescribed engine
3.1.3 blind reference oil, n—a reference oil, the identity of cool-down period.
which is unknown by the test facility.
[Link] Discussion—This is a coded reference oil that is 3.2.6 full-length test, n—a test of an engine oil conducted
submitted by a source independent from the test facility. D4175 using a power section and a test stand that runs 41⁄2-h run-in,
2-h flush and 40 h at test conditions. (See [Link], exception
3.1.4 blowby, n—in internal combustion engines, that por- for 10-h stay in grade test).
tion of the combustion products and unburned air/fuel mixture
that leaks past piston rings into the engine crankcase during 3.2.7 new power section, n—an engine power section con-
operation. D4175 sisting of either a new crankcase or complete power section
that has no previous oil test history.
3.1.5 critical parts, n—those components used in the test
that are known to affect test severity. 3.2.8 off-gas, n—gas exiting the power section crankcase
breather.
3.1.6 noncompounded engine oil, n—a lubricating oil hav-
ing a viscosity within the range of viscosities of oils normally 3.2.9 off-test time, n—any time that the engine is not
used in engines, and that may contain anti-foam agents or pour operating at the prescribed test conditions.
depressants, or both, but not other additives. D4175 3.2.10 oil gallery side cover plate, n—crankcase cover plate
[Link] Discussion—In this test method noncompounded oil that contains the oil gallery and provision for mounting and
is also known as build-up oil. driving the oil pump and ignition assembly.
3.1.7 non-standard test, n—a test that is not conducted in 3.2.11 operationally valid test, n—an engine oil test that has
conformance with the requirements in the standard test been conducted in accordance with the conditions listed in this
method; such as running on an uncalibrated test stand, using test method.
different test equipment, applying different equipment assem- 3.2.12 power section, n—the combination of the crankcase
bly procedures, or using modified operating conditions. D4175 assembly, the cylinder block assembly, and the cylinder head
3.1.8 test start, n—introduction of test oil into the engine. assembly, all of which are attached to the accessory case.
D4175 3.2.13 reconditioned power section, n—an engine power
3.1.9 wear, n—the loss of material from a surface, generally section which has been disassembled, cleaned, and reas-
occurring between two surfaces in relative motion, and result- sembled according to the detailed procedures5 after completion
ing from mechanical or chemical action or a combination of of either a conditioning test run or a full-length CLR engine oil
both. D7422 test.

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Available from Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., 400 Commonwealth Refer to Instructions for Assembly and Disassembly of the CLR Oil Test
Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096. Request SAE Handbook Vol 3. This standard is not Engine, available from Test Engineering, Inc., 12718 Cimarron Path, San Antonio,
available separately. TX 78249.

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3.2.14 reference oil test, n—a standard Sequence VIII en- piston, a complete set of new piston rings, a set of new
gine oil test of a reference oil designated by the TMC, copper-lead connecting rod test bearing inserts (from a batch
conducted to ensure that power section and test stand severity approved by the ASTM D02.B0.01 Sequence VIII Test Sur-
falls within industry limits. veillance Panel), and other specified parts as required.
3.2.15 run-in and flush, n—the initial 41⁄2-h operation of a 4.2 The power section is installed on an accessory case/test
new, rebuilt, or reconditioned power section at the beginning of stand. Unleaded fuel is used for the test.
either a conditioning test run or a full-length test. 4.3 The engine is first operated for 4 h according to a run-in
3.2.16 scheduled downtime, n—off-test time that is specifi- schedule shown in Table 1 (see 11.1).
cally allowed to include warm-up and cool-down periods as
4.4 The engine is then operated under specified conditions
well as shutdown and intermediate bearing weight loss mea-
for 40 h (Table 2). At the end of each 10 h of test conditions,
surements.
a sample of the test oil is drained from the power section and
3.2.17 shutdown, n—the procedure for turning off the en- fresh oil is returned to the power section for continuation of the
gine’s ignition following the prescribed engine cool-down test.
period.
4.5 An oil sample is taken at the end of the first 10 h of test
3.2.18 standard test, n—an operationally valid, full-length conditions. When multiviscosity-graded oils are being tested,
Sequence VIII test conducted with a calibrated power section this sample is used to determine the stay-in-grade (SIG)
and test stand in accordance with the conditions listed in this capabilities of the test oil.
test method.
4.6 At the completion of the test, the connecting rod bearing
3.2.19 stay-in-grade (stripped viscosity), n—the viscosity of weight loss is determined.
the test oil after removal of volatile components and solids,
according to the procedure shown in Annex A14. 5. Significance and Use
3.2.20 test oil, n—an oil subjected to a Sequence VIII 5.1 This test method is used to evaluate automotive engine
engine oil test. oils for protection of engines against bearing weight loss.
[Link] Discussion—It can be any oil selected by the 5.2 This test method is also used to evaluate the SIG
laboratory conducting the test. It could be an experimental oil capabilities of multiviscosity-graded oils.
or a commercially available oil. Often, it is an oil that is a
candidate for approval against engine oil specifications. 5.3 Correlation of test results with those obtained in auto-
motive service has not been established.
3.2.21 test stand, n—the engine accessory case connected to
a dynamometer, both mounted to a suitable foundation (such as 5.4 Use—The Sequence VIII test method is useful for
a bedplate) and equipped with suitable supplies of electricity, engine oil specification acceptance. It is used in specifications
compressed air, and so forth, to provide a means for mounting and classifications of engine lubricating oils, such as the
and operating a power section in order to conduct a Sequence following:
VIII engine oil test. 5.4.1 Specification D4485.
5.4.2 API Publication 1509 Engine Oil Licensing and Cer-
3.3 Acronyms:
tification System.6
3.3.1 BTDC, adj—before top dead center
5.4.3 SAE Classification J304.
[Link] Discussion—It is used with the degree symbol to
indicate the angular position of the crankshaft from its position 6. Apparatus
at the point of uppermost travel of the piston in the cylinder. 6.1 Test Engineering, Inc.—The document “Instructions for
3.3.2 EWMA, n—exponentially-weighted moving average Assembly and Disassembly of the CLR Test Engine”5 provides
3.3.3 LTMS, n—Lubricant Test Monitoring System detailed parts listings, modification instructions, assembly/
[Link] Discussion—An analytical system in which ASTM disassembly instructions, maintenance procedures, and parts
calibration test data are used to manage lubricant engine test replacement requirements. The following is a descriptive
precision. listing of some of the test engine and associated parts.
3.3.4 SIG, adj—stay-in-grade 6.1.1 Test Engine—Obtain the test engine from Test Engi-
neering Inc. (TEI).5 The test engine is known by various
[Link] Discussion—Capability of multiviscosity-graded oil
designations such as the L-38 engine, the CLR engine, or the
to stay in grade under test conditions (see 4.5).
Sequence VIII engine (as used in this test method). It com-
3.3.5 TDC, adj—top dead center prises two principal units, the power section and the accessory
[Link] Discussion—It is used with the degree symbol to case (Fig. 1). The power section is a single-cylinder, spark-
indicate the angular position of the crankshaft from its position ignition unit with a cylinder bore of 3.80 in. and a piston stroke
at the point of uppermost travel of the piston in the cylinder. of 3.75 in., and displacing 42.5 in.3.
6.1.2 Test Bearing—SAE H-24 alloy connecting rod
4. Summary of Test Method bearing, TEI Part No. 100034-1, from a batch approved by the
4.1 Before every Sequence VIII engine oil test, thoroughly ASTM Sequence VIII Test Surveillance Panel.
clean the power section of the CLR oil test engine, and
measure the power section parts. Install a new or clean used 6
American Petroleum Institute, 1220 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005.

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FIG. 1 Sequence VIII Power Section

TABLE 2 Test Operating Conditions

Item Setting
Speed, r/min 3150 ± 25
Power, W Adjust power to provide proper fuel flow
at specified air-fuel ratio.
Fuel flow, kg/h 2.25 ± 0.11
Air-fuel ratio 13.43 ± 0.5
Jacket outlet coolant 93.5 ± 1
Temperature, °C
Difference between jacket 5.6 ± 1
Inlet and jacket outlet
Coolant temperatures, °C
Gallery oil temperature, °C
SAE 0W, 5W, 10W 135 ± 1
SAE 20, 30, 40, 50, and multi- 143.5 ± 1
viscosity-graded oils
Spark advance, °BTDC 35 ± 1
Oil pressure, kPa 276 ± 14
Crankcase vacuum, Pa 500 ± 120
Exhaust back pressure, Pa 0 to 3.4
Crankcase off-gas, SLH 850 ± 28
Blowby, SLH record

FIG. 2 Typical Sequence VIII Engine Test Stand

6.1.3 Test Engine Crankshaft—Obtain a crankshaft for the [Link] The crankshaft may be refinished by chrome
CLR test engine, Part No. 100039-1, from TEI. If desired, the plating7,8 the oil seal, connecting rod journal, and main bearing
crankshaft may be refinished in one of the following two journals. When refinishing a crankshaft using this test method,
manners: all journals listed shall be chrome plated.
[Link] The oil seal and main bearing journals may be
refinished by welding material to the journals and regrinding 7
The sole source of supply of crankshaft refinishing by chrome plating known to
the journals to the original specifications. The connecting rod the committee at this time is OH Technologies, Inc., P.O. Box 5039, Mentor, OH,
journal shall not be refinished using this test method. 44061-5039.

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FIG. 3 Standard Crankcase Ventilation System for the Sequence VIII Power Section

[Link] To identify the crankshaft being used in a power [Link] Clean the piston crown of any carbon deposits using
section the following identification is required: aliphatic naphtha and 3M fine-grade Scotch Brite pads. Wet the
(1) S = standard crankshaft, cleaning pad in the solvent and scrub the deposit. Repeat until
(2) C = chrome crankshaft, and all carbon is removed.
(3) R = reconditioned crankshaft. [Link] Spray piston with clean solvent and air dry.
6.1.4 Test Engine Piston—Obtain a piston for the CLR test 6.1.5 Piston Ring Assembly—Use a Dana/Perfect Circle
engine, TEI Part No. 2405, from TEI. If desired, a piston may piston ring assembly, Part No. 41274, in the Sequence VIII test
be reused if it meets the piston-to-liner clearance specifica- engine.8,9
tions. A 0.010 in. oversized piston, TEI Part No. 2405-1, may 6.2 Fabricated or Specially Prepared Items:
also be used in the Sequence VIII test, provided it meets the 6.2.1 A typical Sequence VIII engine test stand configura-
piston-to-liner clearance specifications. Do not reuse pistons tion is shown in Fig. 2.
used in the CLR test engine for L-38 testing or any other 6.2.2 Crankcase Ventilation System—Fig. 3 is a schematic
testing with leaded fuel in Sequence VIII testing. Clean used of the required configuration of the crankcase ventilation
pistons according to the following procedure before installation measurement and control system.
in the test engine.

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If you are aware of alternative suppliers, please provide this information to The sole source of supply of the Dana/Perfect Circle piston ring assembly Part
ASTM International Headquarters. Your comments will receive careful consider- No. 41274 known to the committee at this time is Dana Corp., Perfect Circle
ation at a meeting of the responsible technical committee,1 which you may attend. Division, 1883 E. Laketon Ave., Product Distribution Center, Muskegon, MI
49442-6123.

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FIG. 4 Crankcase Breather Detail

[Link] Fabricate the airtight rocker cover air and off-gas NOTE 1—The letter prior to the last dash in the model number defines
condensate trap/surge tanks shown in Fig. 3, with provisions the trim size. Use the trim that gives the best system control.
for draining and cleaning. The volume of the rocker cover air [Link] Install a reservoir to facilitate oil additions during
tank shall be (3.8 to 5.7) L. The volume of the off-gas tank shall test operation at the rocker cover inlet for the crankcase
be (38 to 45) L. Fabricate both tanks from noncorrosive ventilation air. The construction of the reservoir is left up to the
material. Locate the tanks as shown in Fig. 3. laboratory, but the reservoir needs to be airtight between oil
[Link] Rocker Cover Air Flow—Measure the air flow into additions and have an outlet to attach to the rocker cover air
the rocker cover by using a Sierra Side Track Model 830 flow control system.
meter8,10 capable of measuring (0 to 20) L/min. An optional [Link] Construct the off-gas breather13 as shown in Fig. 4
Dwyer rotameter, Model No. RMC-101,8,11 with a range of (0 using American Standard Schedule 40, or equivalent, non-
to 1420) L/h may be used for ease of adjustments; however, galvanized pipe fittings. Apply sealant to the threads during
actual measurements shall be taken with the Sierra flow meter. assembly. Install the breather in the breather port of the oil
All piping and tubing used to flow air into the rocker cover gallery side cover (see Fig. 5) of the engine power section. Fig.
shall be nominal ID of 9.5 mm. A8.1 shows freeze plug detail in an alternative configuration to
[Link] When a closed loop automated control system is that in Fig. 4.
employed, use a Badger meter research control valve, Model [Link] Crankcase Off–Gas Flow—Measure the crankcase
No. 1002-GCN36-SVCSC-LN36,8,12 (see Note 1) to control off-gas flow by using a Daniels Honed Orifice Flange Flow
the rocker cover air flow. When using a manual control system Section, Model No. H1905T-1⁄2 in.,8,14 with orifice plate,
instead of the automated system, install a Swagelok 3⁄8-in. F-150-1⁄8 in., and a Rosemount differential pressure transducer,
metering valve, Part No. SS-6L,13 to control the air flow into Model No. 1151DP-3-S-22-D1B2.8,15 Mount the flow section
the rocker cover. horizontally. The transducer may be set up as square root
extracting to aid in interfacing with the readout. Locate
10
temperature and pressure measurement devices at the inlet of
The sole source of supply of Sierra Side Track flow meters known to the
committee at this time is Sierra Instruments Inc., 5 Harris Ct, Building L, Monterey,
the off-gas measurement apparatus as shown in Fig. 3.
CA 93940. [Link] When a closed loop automated control system is
11
The sole source of supply of Dwyer instrumentation known to the committee employed, use a Badger meter research control valve, Model
at this time is Dwyer Instruments Inc., P.O. Box 60725, Houston, TX 77205.
12
The sole source of supply of Badger valves known to the committee at this
14
time is Badger Meter Industrial Div., 6116 East 15th St., P.O. Box 581390, Tulsa, The sole source of supply of Daniels flow sections known to the committee at
OK 74158-1390. this time is Daniel Flow Products Inc., Flow Measurement Products Div., P.O. Box
13
Except for the stainless steel wool and screens, parts for the construction of the 19097, Houston, TX 77224.
15
crankcase breather may be obtained from many commercial sources. The part The sole source of supply of Rosemount transducers known to the committee
numbers given identify the components available from McMaster Carr, Chicago, IL. at this time is Rosemount Inc., 4001 Greenbriar, Ste 150B, Stafford, TX 77477.

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FIG. 5 Oil Gallery Side Cover

No. 1002-TCN36-SVCSA-LN36, to control the crankcase [Link] Install a gate-type coolant throttling valve 20 mm in
vacuum. When using a manual control system instead of the diameter on the output side of the coolant pump to maintain the
automated control system, install a Swagelok 3⁄8-in. metering specified temperature differential between the coolant flowing
valve, Part No. SS-6L, to control the crankcase vacuum. Both into, and that flowing out of, the power section jacket.
systems are shown in Fig. 3. [Link] The coolant pump is to be an electrically driven
[Link] Use a Vaccom vacuum aspirator, Model No. JD- centrifugal pump with a flow of approximately 18.9 L/min at
90M,8,16 or a vacuum pump as a vacuum source. water head pressure of 95.5 kPa. The Grainger20 Part No.
[Link] Crankcase Off–Gas Inlet Pressure—Use a Dwyer 1P831 has been found suitable.
Magnehelic, Model No. 2320, or a Sensotech pressure [Link] Install a sight glass8, 21 located downstream of the
transducer, Model No. TJE-756-05, to measure the off-gas air cylinder head to permit detection of air entrainment.
pressure. Locate the sensor at the inlet of the off-gas air flow [Link] Fabricate the tower using non-galvanized metal.
apparatus as shown in Fig. 3. Make it approximately 90 mm in diameter and 410 mm long.
[Link] Crankcase Off–Gas Inlet Temperature—Measure Fashion a loose-fitting cover for it. Install a level gage,
the off-gas temperature with a J-type thermocouple, 3.2 mm in positioned to give a mid-scale reading when the system is
diameter. Position the thermocouple tip in the middle of the air filled. The system shall have a minimum capacity of 7.5 L.
stream and expose no more than 50 mm of the sheath to 6.2.6 Exhaust System—Use either a water-quenched system
ambient air. Locate the thermocouple at the inlet of the off-gas or a dry system.
flow measurement apparatus as shown in Fig. 3. 6.2.7 Ignition System—An electronic ignition system is
6.2.3 Oil Filter—Install a Racor, Model LFS-62 or LFS-55, required. The required system is illustrated in Figs. A10.1-
8,17
oil filter as shown in Fig. 6. Use suitable hydraulic hose and A10.10. Other electronic ignition system configurations shall
fittings.18 be reviewed and approved by the TMC and the Sequence VIII
[Link] Oil Drain Valves—Locate oil drain valves at points Surveillance Panel, prior to use.
no higher than the bottom of the oil pan or the vertically
6.3 Instruments and Controls:
mounted oil heater.
6.3.1 Dynamometer—Use a dynamometer and control sys-
6.2.4 Oil Heater—Install the oil heater as shown in Fig. 7.
tem capable of maintaining the specified engine operating test
Use suitable hydraulic hose and fittings.18
conditions (see Section 11). Speed measurement shall have a
6.2.5 Power Section Cooling System—Install a non-
minimum accuracy of 6 0.5 % of reading, and power mini-
pressurized cooling system consisting of a heat exchanger,
mum measurement accuracy of 6 2 % of reading.
water pump, coolant throttling valve, sight glass, and tower
6.3.2 Fuel Flowmeter or Fuel Weigh System—Use a system
(see Fig. 8). Use American Standard Schedule 40, or
with a range of (0 to 4.5) kg/h, and having a minimum accuracy
equivalent, non-galvanized pipe fittings 20 mm in diameter and
of 1 % of reading and a repeatability of 0.5 %.
apply sealant to the threads during assembly.
6.3.3 Air–Fuel Ratio Measurement System—Use a system
[Link] Use a water-cooled heat exchanger. A heat ex-
with a calibration capability of the equivalent of 6 0.5 air-fuel
changer of this type, suitable for this application, is available as
ratio number. The following are acceptable methods for deter-
American Heat Exchanger, Part Number 5-030-03014-011.8,19
mination of air-fuel ratio:
[Link] Calibrated Electronic Exhaust Gas Analyzer—Use
16
sample gases for the calibration. Follow the directions in
The sole source of supply of Vaccom aspirators known to the committee at this
time is McKenzie Air Industries, 18523 IH 35 North, Shertz, TX 78108. Annex A12 to determine air-fuel ratio.
17
The sole source of supply of the oil filters known to the committee at this time
is Parker Hanifin Corp., Racor Division, 3400 Finch Road, Modesto, CA 95354.
18
Aeroquip 3⁄8-in. (10-mm) (inside diameter) hydraulic hose has been used
20
successfully to plumb the oil filter and oil heater; select hose of a specification to Any Grainger national branch location.
21
cover temperatures and pressures encountered in Sequence VIII engine oil testing. The sole source of supply of a sight glass of this type, suitable for this
19
The sole source of supply of the heat exchanger known to the committee at this application (Gitts-Part No. 3063-27) known to the committee at this time is Edward
time is Compressor Engineering, 625 District Dr., Itasca, IL 60143. Fisher Co., 118 S. Wabash, Chicago, IL 60616.

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FIG. 6 Oil Filter Installation

FIG. 7 Oil Heater Installation

18.00 for AFR with 1.85 H/C and 0.00 O/C, where: H is
hydrogen, C is carbon and O is oxygen.
[Link] When a Lambda meter is used, the exhaust sensor
location is to be within (150 6 50) mm of the cylinder head
exhaust outlet mating surface.
6.3.4 Pressure Measurement:
[Link] Crankcase Vacuum—As shown in Fig. 3, connect a
line trap and an appropriate sensor to the crankcase at the hole
above and to the right of the oil heater inlet hose connection on
the oil gallery side cover. See Fig. 5 for the location of the
crankcase vacuum port. Measurement resolution of 50 Pa and
an accuracy of 1 % in the specified range of (0.500 6 0.120)
kPa are required.
[Link] Exhaust Back Pressure—Connect an appropriate
sensor to the exhaust back-pressure tap at a point within
FIG. 8 Cooling System 100 mm of the cylinder head exhaust flange. Sensor accuracy
of 6 10 % of reading and resolution of 340 Pa are required.
[Link] Intake Manifold Vacuum—Measure the intake mani-
[Link] AFR Analyzer/Lambda Meter—The air fuel ratio fold vacuum at the elbow of the intake manifold by means of
(AFR) analyzer shall have a measurement range of 11.00 to a sensor having an accuracy of 1 % and a resolution of 680 Pa.

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[Link] Oil Pressure—Measure the oil pressure with an 7.2.1 Abrasive Paper,23400-, 600-, 800-grit, wet or dry.
appropriate sensor having an accuracy of 6 2 % and a 7.2.2 Crocus Cloth.23
resolution of 7 kPa, connected to the point shown in Fig. 5. 7.2.3 Mylar Tape.23
6.3.5 Temperature Measurement—The test requires the ac- 7.2.4 Organic Solvent-Penmul L460 8,24 (Warning—
curate measurement of oil and coolant temperature. Exercise Combustible. Health hazard.).
care to ensure temperature measurement accuracy. Follow the 7.2.5 Pentane (Solvent), 99 + %, high-performance liquid
guidelines of Research Report RR:D02-1218.22 chromatography grade (Warning—Flammable. Health haz-
[Link] Check all temperature devices for accuracy at the ard).
temperature levels at which they are to be used. Iron- 7.2.6 Solvent—Use only mineral spirits meeting the require-
Constantin (Type J) thermocouples are specified for tempera- ments of Specification D235, Type II, Class C for Aromatic
ture measurement. Content (0 to 2 vol)%, Flash Point (61 °C, min) and Color (not
[Link] All thermocouples shall be premium grade, sheathed darker than +25 on Saybolt Scale or 25 on Pt-Co Scale).
types with premium wire. Use thermocouples of 3.2 mm (Warning—Combustible. Health hazard.) Obtain a Certificate
diameter. Thermocouple lengths are not specified but shall not of Analysis for each batch of solvent from the supplier.
have greater than 50 mm of thermocouple sheath exposed to 7.2.7 Tap Water, heated to between (66 and 82) °C.
ambient laboratory temperature.
[Link] Some sources of thermocouples that have been 7.3 Expendable Power Section-Related Items:
found suitable for this application are, Leeds and Northrup, 7.3.1 Sealing Compounds—Approved sealing compounds,
Conax, Omega, Revere, and Thermo Sensor. including pipe thread compound and gasket cement are:
[Link] System quality shall be adequate to permit calibra- [Link] Perfect Seal Sealant No. 4,25
tion to 6 0.56 °C for individual thermocouples. [Link] Permatex Ultra Blue 77B,25
6.3.6 Thermocouple Location and Length—All thermo- [Link] Permatex 3H, Permatex High Tack 99 MA,25
couple tips shall be located in the center of the stream of the [Link] Dow Corning High Vacuum Grease,25
medium being measured unless otherwise specified. [Link] Dow Corning RTV Gray 3154, and25
[Link] Coolant Temperatures—The thermocouples used to [Link] Petroleum Jelly.25
measure the coolant inlet and outlet temperatures are to be 7.3.2 Power Section Build-Up Oil.26
located within 100 mm of the inlet and outlet bosses on the
power section. 7.4 Power Section Coolant—Use deionized or distilled wa-
[Link] Air Inlet Temperature—Measure the air inlet tem- ter for the power section coolant, plus a suitable inhibitor such
perature with an exposed thermocouple or thermometer located as Pencool 20008,27 used at 31 mL/L of water. Such water
at the center of the air tube, 38 mm above the carburetor air purchased from a commercial source is suitable.
horn. 7.5 Reference Oils—Conduct test periodically on reference
[Link] Oil Gallery Temperature—Measure oil gallery tem- oils supplied by the TMC, to document the test severity of a
perature at the front main bearing passage (see Fig. 5). The given power section and test stand, and the overall operation of
immersion length for these thermocouples is 35 mm. the test. Use 8 L of reference oil for each test.
[Link] Crankcase Off–Gas Temperature Measurement—
Measure the off-gas temperature at the outlet side of the 7.6 Test Fuel—Use Haltermann Products KA24E Test
crankcase breather assembly. Fig. 3 shows a recommended Fuel.8,28 See Annex A17 for the specification for KA24E Test
system. Fuel. (Warning—Flammable. Health hazard.)
7.6.1 Fuel Batch Approval—New batches of KA24E Test
6.4 Procurement of Parts—Obtain information on the CLR Fuel are approved for use by the Subcommittee D02.B0.01
Oil Test Engine (see 6.1.1) and parts for it from TEI. Users of Sequence IVA Surveillance Panel.29
this test method shall comply with CLR Oil Test Engine Shop 7.6.2 Fuel Batch Analysis—Details are available from Sub-
Manual5 and the latest supplements (Information Letters and committee D02.B0.01 Sequence IVA Surveillance Panel.
Memoranda) available from the TMC.

7. Reagents and Materials

23
The sand paper and Mylar tape may be obtained from many commercial
7.1 Reagents: sources.
7.1.1 A 1:3 mixture of hydrochloric acid and deionized 24
The sole source of supply of Penmul L460, a registered trademark, known to
water. (Warning—The laboratory shall establish proper safety the committee at this time is Penetone Corp., 7400 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, NJ 07670.
25
These may be obtained from many commercial sources.
procedures for handling and disposal of this reagent.) 26
Noncompounded oil ISO VG 46 (SAE 20) (see Classification D2422) is
7.1.2 A 1:8 mixture of baking soda and water. (Warning— available through lubricant marketers. One supplier is Exxon-Mobil Oil Corp. The
The laboratory shall establish proper safety procedures for Exxon-Mobil product is designated EF-411, and is available from Exxon-Mobil Oil
handling and disposal of this reagent.) Corp., P.O. Box 66940, AMF O’Hare, IL 60666, Attn: Illinois Order Board.
27
The sole source of supply of Pencool 2000 known to the committee at this time
7.2 Cleaning Materials: is The Penray Co, Inc., 1801 Estes Ave., Elk Grove, IL 60007.
28
The sole source of supply of Haltermann Products KA24E Test Fuel known to
the committee at this time is Haltermann Products, Ten Lamar, Ste 1800, Houston,
TX 77002.
22 29
Supporting data have been filed at ASTM International Headquarters and may Contact the TMC for address information for the D02.B0.01 Sequence IVA
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7.6.3 Laboratory Storage Tank Fuel Analysis—Details are 9.4.1 New Parts—Use the following new parts:
available from Subcommittee D02.B0.01 Sequence IVA Sur- [Link] Piston and piston ring assembly,
veillance Panel. NOTE 2—A used piston may be reused if it meets the requirements of
7.6.4 Fuel Batch Shipment and Storage—Details are avail- [Link] and the original piston pin is retained.
able from Subcommittee D02.B0.01 Sequence IVA Surveil-
[Link] H-24 alloy connecting rod test bearing,
lance Panel.
[Link] All gaskets, seals, O-rings, and
8. Test Oil Sample Requirements [Link] All parts that are excessively worn or that do not
permit maintenance of the operating clearances specified in this
8.1 Selection—The sample of test oil shall be representative
method or in “Instructions for Assembly and Disassembly of
of the lubricant formulation being evaluated and shall be
the CLR Oil Test Engine.”
uncontaminated.
9.4.2 Documented Parts—The parts supplier will provide
8.2 Inspection—New oil sample baseline inspection require- records, stating source codes and additional information such
ments are described in 12.1.1. as batch code, lot number, and so forth. It will be the
8.3 Quantity—The fresh oil required to complete the test is responsibility of the laboratory to maintain records document-
approximately 7 L. It is recommended that a test laboratory ing these parts by proper identification numbers. The parts that
have on hand approximately 8 L when starting a test to allow require documentation are: (1) crankshafts, (2) camshafts, (3 )
for inadvertent losses. connecting rod bearings, (4) crankshaft main bearings, (5)
camshaft bearings, (6) piston rings, (7) connecting rods, (8)
9. Preparation of Apparatus pistons, and (9) cylinder sleeves.
9.1 Test Stand Preparation: [Link] Critical Parts—The crankshaft and connecting rod
9.1.1 Instrumentation Calibration —Check the calibration are considered critical parts and are to be used as received from
of temperature sensors, flowmeters, pressure sensors, and the supplier(s). If either is replaced during a reference period,
dynamometer load indicator as required by the type of instru- the calibration status of the stand/power section will be voided.
mentation being used. Details on calibration, of both power A reference oil test meeting the calibration requirements of
section and test stand, and of instrumentation, are given in Section 10 is required before continuing non-reference oil
10.2. testing.
9.1.2 Preventive Maintenance—Refer to and comply with 9.4.3 Parts Cleaning Procedures:
“instructions for Assembly and Disassembly of the CLR Oil [Link] Oil Pump, Oil Pressure Regulator, Distributor, and
Test Engine” regarding details pertaining to care and mainte- Crankcase Breather—Remove the distributor and crankcase
nance of the accessory case. breather. Remove the oil pump and oil pressure regulator with
the oil gallery side cover plate. Clean this cover plate thor-
9.2 Conditioning Test Run on Power Section—A new power oughly using Penmul8,24 (Warning—Combustible. Health
section cannot be calibrated, nor is it suitable for test purposes, hazard.) and a fiber brush or swab, then rinse the cover plate
until a full-length, conditioning test run has been conducted on with tap water heated to (65 to 82) °C, and rinse it again with
the power section. The conditioning test run is required to mineral spirits30 (Warning—Combustible. Health hazard.).
prepare the cast iron parts of such a power section, and the oil Carefully spray the oil pump, oil pressure regulator, and
used for the run is a reference oil designated by the TMC. Upon distributor with mineral spirits to remove deposits.
completion of the conditioning run, the power section shall be Disassemble, inspect, and clean the crankcase breather with
reconditioned as described in 9.4 before conducting a test. (A mineral spirits.
conditioning run on a reference oil shall not qualify as a [Link] Power Section—Dismantle the power section com-
reference test. Testing can commence only after a conditioning pletely before each test and thoroughly clean the parts by
run and a reconditioning.) soaking them in Penmul for a minimum of 4 h. Remove
9.3 General Power Section Rebuild Instructions—Assemble remaining deposits on the crankshaft using fine or very fine 3M
the power section according to the detailed instructions found Scotch Brite pads.8,31 After the minimal soak and cleaning
in the assembly manual. Compliance with all provisions of the period of 4 h, rinse the parts in hot tap water, (65 °C to 82 °C)
assembly manual is mandatory. However, in cases of disparity, to remove all traces of Penmul, and then rinse them with
the explicit instructions contained in this test method take mineral spirits.30 (Warning—Insufficient rinsing may allow
precedence over the service manual. Information letters and Penmul carryover to the test oil causing increased severity in
memoranda issued by the TMC shall supersede this manual. H-24 alloy bearing weight loss.)
Failure to follow the instructions provided in this document [Link] Alternative Methods—The above-noted parts may be
and related TMC information letters or memoranda, or both, cleaned using a heated bath or temperature controlled auto-
may cause incorrect test results. mated parts washer. Allow the parts to cool before assembly or
9.4 Reconditioning of Power Section After Each Test— measurement. Protect parts cleaned by either method in accor-
Recondition a previously used power section before the start of dance with [Link].
a new test. Power sections previously used with leaded fuel
shall be decontaminated using the procedure shown in Annex 30
Mineral spirits meeting the limited Specification D235, Type II, Class C
A13 before use. Follow the parts replacement and cleaning requirements are available from petroleum solvent suppliers.
procedures described in the following sections. 31
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[Link] Protection of Parts—Immediately after cleaning, and 800 grit abrasive paper, standard crocus cloth, or Mylar
protect all parts against moisture and contamination by the use 3M8,32 tape is approved for use) with widths of 13 mm and
of build-up oil, vapor-proof plastic bag, or both. Give special lengths of (900 to 1200) mm. It is necessary to wet the strip of
attention to cleaning the following: (1) sludge trap, (2) oil crocus cloth or abrasive paper with build-up oil or the Mylar
passages in crankshaft, in cylinder block, in crankcase and to tape with mineral spirits.30 Wrap the strip 11⁄2 times around the
valve lifters, (3) oil passage to rocker assembly, and (4) oil journal to provide a minimum of 360° contact between the
passage to timing gear oil jet. cloth and journal. The Mylar tape32 will not slide over itself so
[Link] Oil Heater Cleaning—Prior to each reference oil only wrap it 180°. Stroke the journal with the cloth or abrasive
test, clean the oil heater case and inner cartridge with Penmul paper by alternately pulling on the two ends of the strip while
to remove all residues, deposits, and foreign material. Use a maintaining a light tension on the strip, and while traversing
wire brush or emery cloth as needed to completely remove across the journal. Do not dwell in the center of the journal.
residues and deposits, then rinse with hot tap water and spray Rotate the crankshaft 90° between each traverse. Repeat four
the case and cartridge with mineral spirits30 and air dry. Prior times. If abrasive paper is used, complete the fourth and final
to every test between references, the oil heater may be cleaned polishing process using crocus cloth or Mylar tape.
by circulating mineral spirits through it for 15 min and then air [Link] Alternatively, rotate the crankshaft (for example,
drying. with a metal turning lathe) during the polishing process at
[Link] H-24 Alloy Test Bearing—Mark the bearing before about 120 r/min. Polishing for approximately (20 to 30) s,
using it in a test with the letters T (top) and B (bottom) on the while traversing the cloth across the journal, has been found to
backs of the bearing tangs, using a vibrating engraver. Make no be effective for this process. Do not dwell in the center of the
other marks on the bearing until after the final weighing. Prior journal. No other method of polishing process is permitted.
to initial weighing and prior to weighing at the end of a test, [Link] Repeat the polishing procedure with dry crocus cloth
clean the bearing halves according to the procedure given in or Mylar tape.
Annex A9. (Use fresh, clean mineral spirits30 and pentane for [Link] To confirm the trueness of the journal, visually
cleaning.) (Warning— Flammable. Health hazard.) check the journal with a straight edge 30.12 mm long; this
9.4.4 Cylinder Liner Finishing—To minimize the effect of length equals the width of the connecting rod bearing. Place a
changes in oil consumption, a new TEI cylinder liner shall be bright light source near the crankshaft on the side opposite your
finished according to the honing procedure in Annex A6. The eyes. Hold the straight edge axially against the journal and
method for finishing a used liner is at the laboratory’s inspect for light leakage between the straight edge and the
judgment. journal surface, at 30° increments around the journal. If light
[Link] Cleaning Procedure and Rust Prevention—After the leakage is observed, measure the journal diameters at the large
desired finish is achieved, spray the liner with mineral spirits, and small-diameter points, determine the axial distance be-
and air dry it. Apply build-up oil to the liner surface. Wipe the tween the two measurement points, and calculate the taper
liner interior with a cloth or paper towel wetted with build-up (using half of the diametrical difference) of the journal between
oil until the wiping material appears clean after wiping. Coat the points. Discard any crankshafts having a connecting rod
the liner with build-up oil. journal taper larger than 0.013 mm per 25.4 mm. (Experience
9.4.5 Piston-to-Sleeve—Determine the piston-to-sleeve has shown that mechanical bearing wear with such crankshafts
clearance in accordance with the procedure given in Annex A4. is unacceptably high.) The use of technology, such as surface
9.4.6 Crankshaft Rear Seal Surface Conditioning—Control profile measuring equipment is acceptable if approved by the
of oil and air leakage at the crankshaft rear seal may be TMC.
improved if the crankshaft rear seal surface is conditioned prior [Link] Resizing (refinishing) of the connecting rod journal
to each test in accordance with the recommendations of Annex is allowed only as stated in [Link].
A15. [Link] Determine the connecting rod bearing clearance and
9.4.7 Crankshaft Journal Conditioning: journal taper according to the procedure given in Annex A1, or
[Link] Use crankshafts with all journals having out-of- an equivalent method approved by the TMC, prior to the initial
round measurements of 0.025 mm or less. weighing of the bearing halves. Perform the connecting rod
clearances prior to the initial weighing of the bearing halves.
[Link] Since the test method is primarily designed to
measure bearing weight loss, maintain the crankshaft rod [Link] Determine the main bearing clearance according to
bearing journal such that weight loss due to abnormal mechani- the procedure given in Annex A2 or an equivalent method
cal wear is minimized. Exercise care when handling the approved by the TMC. Perform the connecting rod clearance
crankshaft to prevent nicking the journal surfaces. Should measurements prior to the initial weighing of the bearing
nicks be observed, lightly dress the journal with a dressing halves.
stone. Remove as little metal as possible. Observe bearing wear [Link] After preparing the crankshaft according to
pattern for the test following this process to confirm that [Link]-[Link], clean it thoroughly. Either pressure spray it
mechanical wear is at a practical minimum. with mineral spirits30 or brush it with mineral spirits,30 and air
[Link] Polish the connecting rod bearing journal according dry.
to the following guidelines. Mount the crankshaft on centers or
position the main bearing journals in V-blocks. Prepare strips
of polishing medium (only a wet/dry, silicon carbide, 400, 600 32
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9.4.8 Camshaft Journal Conditioning —The camshaft section/test stand time period of 6 months, whichever occurs
journal-to-bearing clearance shall be within the range of (0.030 first. When a Sequence VIII oil test is terminated after the first
to 0.132) mm. (However, to maintain good oil pressure control interval of 10 h to determine the stripped viscosity of a
when using low-viscosity oils, it may be necessary to reduce multiviscosity-graded oil, on a calibrated Sequence VIII power
this clearance to (0.030 to 0.081) mm.) A suggested method for section/test stand, the test is counted as one of 15 test starts
salvaging out-of-limit camshaft bearing journals or for decreas- allowed per reference period. Also, any tests exceeding inter-
ing the camshaft journal clearance is provided in Appendix X2. vals of 40 h shall be counted as more than one test each time
9.4.9 Power Section Valve Clearances—Make the appropri- it exceeds 40 h. For example, (0 to 40, or less than 40) h equals
ate adjustments during power section reassembly to obtain the one test; (41 to 80) h equals two tests; (81 to 120) h equals
clearances shown in the “Instructions for Assembly and Dis- three tests, and so forth.
assembly of the CLR Test Engine.” If specifications do not [Link] When circumstances develop which are beyond a
include an inch tolerance, the intent is to meet this value. laboratory’s control, such as fuel or parts shortages, calibration
9.4.10 Power Section Assembly Torque Specifications— periods and the number of test starts between calibrations may
During power section assembly, use the torque specifications be adjusted. Adjustments to calibration periods and the number
shown in the “Instructions for Assembly and Disassembly of of test starts between calibrations shall be approved by the
the CLR Test Engine.” TMC and the Sequence VIII Surveillance Panel before addi-
9.4.11 Connecting Rod Reconditioning —Connecting rods tional test starts are conducted. Make a note on the form shown
may only be reconditioned by the supplier; this includes piston in the final test report, stating that the test was conducted on a
pin bushings, rod bolts, and resizing of the big end. Recondi- power section/test stand in which calibration requirements
tioned connecting rods will be identified by the supplier by were adjusted and, also, the reason for the adjustment.
adding an alphabet suffix to the serial number; for example, A [Link] Laboratories running non-standard Sequence VIII
for first reconditioning, B for second, and so forth. tests shall contact the TMC before resuming calibrated Se-
quence VIII testing with the test stand or power section (or
10. Calibration both) involved. Depending upon the modifications to the power
NOTE 3—The ASTM Test Monitoring Center Calibration Program section or test stand (or both) and the time period of non-
(Annex A3) dictates specific procedures which involve coordination with standard testing, test stand checks or reference oil tests, or
the TMC in order to obtain calibration status of a test power section and both, may be required before resumption of calibrated testing.
a test stand. The information given in the following sections provides a
summary of the calibration process required.
10.1.4 Reference Oil Test Acceptance and Severity Monitor-
ing:
10.1 Power Section and Test Stand Calibration—Calibrate [Link] The TMC maintains records of reference oil test
power sections in combination with test stands by running tests activity, analyzes severity trends, gives reports at ASTM
on reference oils (see 10.1.3 for frequency). The purpose is meetings, and assists laboratories in the technical conduct of
twofold: (1) to verify standardized engine operation, and (2) to tests. (See Appendix X1 for a more detailed presentation of the
document a laboratory’s severity level for given combinations TMC role.)
of power sections and test stands. (A test of a non-reference oil [Link] Submit all reference oil test reports to the TMC for
shall be conducted only on a given combination of power review and acceptance. (See LTMS for reference oil test
section, test stand, and bearing batch lot, which has been acceptance criteria33). The Test Results sheet for test reports on
previously calibrated.) Conduct all non-reference oil and ref- engine oils other than reference oils shall include the test
erence oil tests in the same manner. number and completion date of the power section reference oil
10.1.1 Reference Oils—Obtain reference oils for calibration test(s) used to calibrate the power section/test stand used for
use from the TMC. Oils are available representing various the test.
levels of performance. See 14.1 for performance data. [Link] Failure of a reference oil test to meet LTMS control
10.1.2 Test Numbering—Calibration of power sections and charts limits can be indicative of a false alarm, or a power
test stands is closely related to test numbering; that is, the test section/test stand, laboratory or industry problem. When this
number assigned to a test is a function of the calibration test occurs, the laboratory, in conjunction with the TMC, shall
recently conducted. Number each Sequence VIII Engine Oil attempt to determine the problem source. Input from industry
Test by assigning it a test number that identifies the test stand expertise (ASTM Technical Guidance Committee, the Se-
number, the power section number, the number of tests quence VIII Surveillance Panel, Registration Systems, Inc.,
conducted on the power section since the last successful and so forth) may be solicited to help determine the cause and
reference oil test on that power section, and the total number of extent of the problem.
runs on the power section. The only exception to this format is (1) In the event of a failed reference oil test, the calibration
that the sequential total number of runs on the power section status of the power section or test stand, or both, shall first be
shall be followed by the letter A for the first rerun, B for the reviewed before subsequent tests are conducted. If the TMC
second, and so forth, for an invalid or unacceptable reference determines the problem is a false alarm, then there is no impact
oil test. on non-reference tests running in the laboratory. If it is
10.1.3 Reference Oil Test Frequency:
[Link] Using blind reference oils supplied by the TMC,
calibrate each power section/test stand combination following 33
The document, “Lubricant Test Monitoring System,” is available from the
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determined that the problem is related to the power section or TABLE 3 Power Section Warm-up Schedule
test stand, non-reference tests run during the problem period in Time, min
Total time, Heat Flow Rate,
Temperature Set PointB
that power section or test stand, or both, shall be reviewed for minA WB

validity taking into account the related new information. 15 15 1000 101.7 °C
10 25 1300 112.8 °C
(2) If it is determined that the problem is related to the 10 35 1600 123.9 °C
laboratory, all non-reference oil tests run in the laboratory 10 45 1900 132.8 °C
during the problem period shall be reviewed for validity taking 15 60 2200, if needed (135.0 or 143.3) °CC
A
into account the related new information. Steady-state test time does not include warm-up time; rather, it begins only when
the specified oil gallery temperature is reached.
(3) If it is determined that the problem appears to be B
Either heat flow rate or temperature set point control may be used for warm-up
industry-wide, the ASTM Sequence VIII Surveillance Panel operation.
C
shall be requested to develop a resolution. As appropriate from test oil viscosity grade. See Table 2.

10.2 Instrumentation Calibration —Calibrate the following

instrumentation, immediately prior to each reference oil test,
with the exception of a test stand where reference oil tests are higher than 107.0 °C, the oil gallery pressure at (280 6 10)
conducted with multiple power sections. For a test stand using kPa, and the jacket outlet temperature no higher than 93.5 °C.
multiple power sections, the test stand instrument calibration Record data at least hourly using a form of the type shown in
may be extended by 14 days. For example, a reference oil test Fig. X3.1.
can be conducted in the same test stand with a second power 11.1.4 Shut down the power section after four running
section without calibrating the test stand instrumentation if the hours. Immediately move the piston to top dead center (TDC)
reference oil test is started within 14 days of the previous test on the compression stroke, and drain the crankcase for 10 min.
stand instrument calibration. Unless otherwise specified in this Remove the crankcase breather tube to vent the power section
test method, follow the instructions provided by the manufac- to atmosphere during drain periods.
turers of the instruments regarding the method of calibration. 11.1.5 After the 4 h run-in, add the oil heater (Fig. 7). The
In calibrating each instrument, use certified reference standards oil heater remains in the oil circuit for the flush and steady-state
having known values covering the range of measurements to be portions of the test procedure. The external oil outlet shall pass
encountered in using this test method, and having tolerances through the heater, then the Racor filter before returning to the
less than those of the measurement tolerances specified in this engine.
test method. Retain the calibrations records for a minimum of 11.1.6 Charge the power section with 1660 mL of fresh test
24 months. oil. Prior to starting the engine and any restarts during the 0.5 h
10.2.1 Engine power measurement system, flush, perform the oil priming procedure in Annex A7.
10.2.2 Engine speed indicator, 11.1.7 Flush the power section under the following operat-
10.2.3 Fuel flowmeter or weighing scale, ing conditions for 0.5 h: (3150 6 25) r/min, (3.73 6 0.15) kW,
10.2.4 Temperature sensors and measurement system, spark advance (35 6 1)° before top dead center (BTDC),
10.2.5 Electrical wattmeter (only if used), maximum oil gallery temperature 107.0 °C, maximum water
10.2.6 Pressure gages, jacket outlet temperature 93.5 °C, and oil gallery pressure (280
10.2.7 Crankcase off-gas flowmeter, 6 10) kPa. Do not energize the oil heater during this period.
10.2.8 Crankcase ventilation air flowmeter, and Record the operational data prior to shutdown using forms of
10.2.9 Rocker cover air flowmeter. the type shown in Figs. X3.1 and X3.2.
10.3 Calibration of AFR measurement Equipment: [Link] Downtime Limits, Run-in and Flush—During the
run-in interval and the flush interval (11.1.3) no more than 4 h
10.3.1 Lambda Meters, prior to each reference oil test.
of off-test time are allowed. No more than one emergency
10.3.2 Exhaust Gas Analysis Meters, prior to each reading
shutdown is allowed. No more than two total shutdowns are
zero and span.
allowed.
10.4 Calibrate torque wrenches every 6 months. [Link] During the shutdown between the 4 h run-in and
0.5 h flush, consider any time in excess of 85 min as off-test
11. Engine Operating Procedure time counted against the 2 h limit listed in [Link].
11.1 Run-In and Flush—At the beginning of each test, [Link] During the shutdown after the 0.5 h flush, consider
perform the following 4 h run-in and 0.5 h flush: any time in excess of 145 min as off-test time counted against
11.1.1 Install the Racor oil filter bypassing the oil heater the limit for the first interval of 2 h listed in 11.1.7.
(see Fig. 6). Use a new/clean filter screen (28 µm) for each new 11.1.8 Shut down the power section; immediately move the
test run-in. piston to TDC on the compression stroke, and drain the
11.1.2 Charge the power section with 2840 mL of fresh test crankcase and oil heater for 10 min. Replace or clean the filter
oil. Record the date and time that the oil is poured into the screen in the Racor filter. An alternate method of having two
engine. These are considered the test start date/time. Prior to Racor filters is allowable, one used for run-in and flush and
starting the engine and any restarts during the 4 h run-in, another for test.
perform the oil priming procedure in Annex A7. 11.2 Test Operating Conditions—Throughout the remainder
11.1.3 Operate the power section according to the schedule of the test, operate the power section under the conditions
in Table 1 for 4 h. Maintain the oil gallery temperature no shown in Table 2.

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11.2.1 Downtime During the Test Conditions for 40 h—The 11.5.1 Turn off the oil heater and idle the power section at
maximum allowable off-test time is 9 h; also, no more than two 1500 r/min for 10 min. (This action prevents overheating of the
emergency shutdowns are allowed and no more than four total oil in the heater.) Allow the rocker cover fresh air input to
shutdowns are allowed. remain on. Turn off the ignition to stop the engine. It is also
11.2.2 Warm-up Schedule—Charge the power section with acceptable to disconnect the fuel supply and allow the engine
1660 mL of fresh test oil. Prior to starting the engine and any to idle to a stop before turning off the ignition. Move the piston
restart during the test of 40 h, perform the oil priming to TDC on the compression stroke.
procedure in Annex A7. Start the engine and bring engine 11.6 Oil Sampling and Oil Addition—After (10, 20 and
speed up to 3150 r/min. Follow the schedule in Table 3. When 30) h at test conditions, take oil purge, take oil samples and
restarting the power section after any unscheduled or emer- make additions as directed in the following sections.
gency shut downs, start the warm-up at the oil gallery 11.6.1 Purge 60.0 mL of the engine oil into a beaker.
temperature recorded when the engine is restarted and adjust 11.6.2 Take a sample of 180.0 mL (same location as purge).
the heater wattage or temperature set point, in accordance with 11.6.3 Add 240.0 mL of new oil into the engine along with
Table 3. For example, if the oil gallery temperature when the the original purge (60.0 mL).
engine is restarted is 123.9 °C, set the warm-up condition at
1900 W or 132.2 °C for 10 min as shown in Table 3. The 11.7 Periodic Measurements:
warm-up shall proceed from this point and continue with the 11.7.1 Record, using the data log sheet shown in Fig. X3.2,
required steps in Table 3. the following data hourly:
[Link] Engine speed, r/min,
11.3 Air-Fuel Ratio and Spark Advance—Record and adjust,
[Link] Engine power, kW,
if necessary, the air-fuel ratio and spark advance at (1, 10, 20
[Link] Fuel flow, kg/h,
and 30) h. This is the minimum requirement. Additional
[Link] Oil gallery temperature, °C,
readings are permitted. When determining the air-fuel ratio
using the exhaust gas analysis measured by the calibrated [Link] Oil heater input, W, (only if used to control
electronic method, utilize Table A12.1. temperature),
[Link] Jacket inlet coolant temperature, °C,
11.4 Rocker Cover Air, Off-gas, and Blowby Measurement: [Link] Jacket outlet coolant temperature, °C,
11.4.1 Adjust the rocker cover air control valve, as needed, [Link] Oil pressure, kPa,
to achieve an off-gas measurement in litres per hour that is then [Link] Crankcase vacuum, kPa,
corrected to a standard litres per hour (SLH) value of (850 6 [Link] Exhaust back pressure, kPa,
28) L/h. After the gas flow measurement has been corrected to [Link] Intake air temperature, °C,
an SLH value of (250 6 28) L/h, measure the rocker cover air [Link] Intake manifold vacuum, kPa,
flow in litres per hour, then correct to an SLH value of (850 6 [Link] Crankcase off-gas, L/h, corrected to SLH,
28) L/h and record that value. Convert the observation to [Link] Rocker cover fresh air flow, m3/s, and,
standard conditions (101.3 kPa and 21 °C) as follows:
[Link] Blowby, L/h.
SLH 5 ALH 3 @ ~~ BARO1GAS! /101.32 kPa! 3 ~ 294.267K/TEMP! # 11.7.2 Record the following data at test hours 1, 10, 20 and
(1) 30:
where: [Link] Air-fuel ratio, and,
[Link] Spark advance.
SLH = off-gas, standard L/h,
ALH = actual measured off-gas, L/h, 11.8 Final Drain and Oil Consumption Computation—At
BARO = barometer reading, kPa, the completion of the 40th test hour, shut down the engine (see
GAS = gage pressure at inlet of the off-gas measuring 11.5). Immediately move the piston to TDC on the compres-
device, kPa, and sion stroke, and drain crankcase, Racor filter and oil heater.
TEMP = temperature at the inlet of the off-gas measuring Leave the rocker cover air supply on and remove the breather
device, °K. tube to ensure a proper drain. Measure and record the amount
[Link] Adjust the rocker cover air control valve as needed of oil drained. The maximum allowable oil consumption is
to achieve off-gas flow (850 6 28) SLH. 778 mL.
[Link] Observe and record the rocker cover air flow 11.9 Operational Validity Criteria—The test laboratory is
reading in SLH after the off-gas flow has been adjusted to (850 responsible for determining and documenting the operational
6 28) SLH. validity of every engine test. In order for a test to be
11.4.2 Blowby is the difference between the standardized operationally valid, the deviation percentage criteria defined in
off-gas flow measurement and the standardized rocker cover 11.9.1 shall be met. In addition, the test stand, test operation,
airflow measurement. and test build-up shall conform with the published procedure/
standard.
11.5 Unscheduled Shutdowns—There are no scheduled
11.9.1 Deviation Percentage—Calculate the deviation per-
shutdowns during the 40 h at test conditions. Whenever
centage using the equation:
unscheduled shutdowns become necessary, if possible, follow
( F 0.5R 3 D G 3 100
i5n
11.5.1. If unable to follow 11.5.1, the shutdown shall be Mi Ti
DP 5 (2)
considered an emergency shutdown. i51

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where: TABLE 4 Reference Oil Test Precision Limits
DP = deviation percentage, Variable Si.p. i.p. SR R
Bearing weight loss, mg 3.56 9.99 3.56 9.99
Mi = magnitude of test-parameter deviation from specifica- Stripped viscosity, cSt at 100°C 0.13 0.36 0.13 0.36
tion limit at occurrence i, Legend:
R = test parameter specification range, Si.p. = intermediate precision standard deviation
Ti = length of time that test parameter was outside of i.p. = intermediate precision
SR = reproducibility standard deviation
specification range at occurrence i, R = reproducibility
n = number of times that a test parameter deviated from
test specifications limits, and
D = test or test-phase duration in same units as Ti.
NOTE 4—Ti is assumed to be no less than the recorded-data-acquisition 13.3 Report results on all reference oil tests run to
frequency unless supplemental readings are documented.
completion, regardless of validity.
[Link] Invalidate any tests exceeding the following devia-
tion percentages: 14. Precision and Bias
(a) Primary Test Parameters (2.5 %): 14.1 Precision—Test precision (intermediate precision and
(1) Fuel flow, reproducibility) is established on the basis of operationally-
(2) Crankcase off gas, valid reference oil tests monitored by the TMC. The limits,
(3) Oil gallery temperature, including standard deviations, are given in Table 4. They were
(4) Coolant out temperature, computed from test results obtained on TMC reference oils
(5) Coolant delta temperature, and 704-1 and 1006 and are current as of June 15, 2005. Precision
(6) Oil pressure. limits were obtained by multiplying respective standard devia-
(b) Secondary Test Parameters (5.0 %): tions by 2.8.
(1) Speed, 14.1.1 Intermediate Precision (formerly called repeatabil-
(2) AFR, ity) Conditions—Conditions where test results are obtained
(3) Spark advance, with the same test method using the same test oil, with
(4) Exhaust pressure, and changing conditions such as operators, measuring equipment,
(5) Crankcase vacuum. test stands, test engines, and time.
11.10 Test Completion—Defined the end of test (EOT) time [Link] Intermediate Precision Limit (i.p.)—The difference
as 25 min after the 40th test hour. between two results obtained under intermediate precision
conditions that would in the long run, in the normal and correct
12. Determination of Test Results conduct of the test method, exceed the values shown in Table
12.1 Oil Sample Analysis: 4 in only one case in twenty.
12.1.1 Determine the kinematic viscosity of the new oil and 14.1.2 Reproducibility Condition—Conditions where test
a sample taken at 10 h at (40 and 100) °C. results are obtained with the same test method using the same
12.1.2 Determine the viscosity stability of a multiviscosity- test oil in different laboratories with different operators using
graded oil by measuring the stripped viscosity of a sample of different equipment.
used oil taken at 10 h. See Annex A14 for the specified [Link] Reproducibility Limit (R)—The difference between
measurement method. two results obtained under reproducibility conditions that
12.2 Test Bearing Weight Loss Determination—Record, in would, in the long run, in the normal and correct conduct of the
milligrams, the weights of the top and bottom connecting rod test method, exceed the values in Table 4 in only one case in
test bearing halves within 4 h of conclusion of the test. If this twenty.
determination is delayed longer than 4 h, the test is invalid. 14.2 Bias—Bias is determined by applying an acceptable
Clean each test bearing half, as described in Annex A9, before statistical technique to reference oil test results. When a
weighing. Determine the weight loss of the bearing to the significant bias is obtained, a severity adjustment is permitted
nearest 0.1 mg by subtracting from the initial weights recorded for non-reference oil test results. Contact the TMC for TMC
prior to power section run-in. Memo 94-200 (Lubricant Test Monitoring System Document).
12.2.1 If applicable adjust the total bearing weight loss,
according to the procedure in Annex A5. Record the severity 15. Use of ASTM Rounding
adjustments (SA) in the test report (see Annex A16). 15.1 Follow Practice E29 (6.4–6.5) guidelines for rounding
of test results, operational parameters, and engine build-up
13. Report
measurements.
13.1 For referenced oil tests, the standardized report form
set and data dictionary for reporting test results and for 16. Keywords
summarizing the operational data are required. 16.1 bearing weight loss; CLR oil test engine; copper-lead
13.2 Use Forms 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 (see Annex A16) for bearings; engine oil; oil consumption; Sequence VIII test;
initial transmission of reference oil test results to the TMC. shear stability

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ANNEXES

(Mandatory Information)

A1. MEASUREMENT OF CONNECTING ROD BEARING CLEARANCE AND JOURNAL TAPER

TABLE A1.1 Connecting Rod Bearing ClearanceA

A________ B________
A1________ B1________
A2________ B2________
A−A1 = ________ B−B1 = ________
A−A2 = ________ B−B2 = ________
min________ max________
A
Diameters A1 and B1 are measured at points 90° from A2 and B2, respectively.

A1.4 Measure the connecting rod bearing vertical diameter

at the two points A and B indicated in Fig. A1.1. Each of the
points is located 6.4 mm from each bearing edge. Record the
measurements in the appropriate spaces in a table such as Table
A1.1. Immediately return the connecting rod bearings to the
original container filled with build-up oil after measurements
are performed.
A1.5 Mount the crankshaft on a workbench with the axis
horizontal and with the connecting rod bearing journal verti-
cally upward, simulating the top-dead-center position in the
engine.
A1.6 Measure the diameter of the connecting rod bearing
FIG. A1.1 Clearance Measuring Points for Connecting Rod Bear- journal of the crankshaft at the points A1, B1, A2, and B2
ings
indicated in Fig. A1.1. The measuring points are located
9.5 mm from each thrust face. Record the measurements in the
A1.1 Conduct the connecting rod bearing clearance mea- appropriate spaces in a table such as Table A1.1.
surements with the crankshaft, bearing sets, and measuring
tools at room temperature. A1.7 Subtract the diameters to obtain the clearances, as
directed in Table A1.1. From the four clearance values thereby
A1.2 Use measuring tools having an accuracy of at least determined, select the minimum and maximum values, and
0.003 mm. enter them in the spaces provided in the table.
A1.3 Thoroughly clean the connecting rod bore with min- A1.8 The minimum and maximum connecting rod bearing
eral spirits30 and air dry. Use caution not to affect the original clearances determined in A1.7 shall be within the range of
surface. Clean the connecting rod bearings according to A9.1. (0.061 to 0.076) mm. If they fall outside of this range, select
Install the rod bearing halves that are to be used in the test into and measure a different crankshaft.
the proper location (top and bottom as marked). Place the
connecting rod into a holding device clamping as close as A1.9 Determine the taper of the connecting rod bearing
possible to the large end of the connecting rod to prevent the journal by completing Table A1.2. The maximum quotient
rod from being twisted during the torquing procedure. Install obtained in Table A1.2 is considered the journal taper. Discard
lower bearing cap and apply 61 N·m torque to the bearing cap any crankshafts having a connecting rod journal taper larger
bolts. than 0.0005 mm/mm.

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TABLE A1.2 Taper of Connecting Rod Bearing JournalA
Use measurements from Table A1.1.
(A1 − B1 = ________)/34.85 mm = ________
(A2 − B2 = ________)/34.85 mm = ________
A
Bearing width = 30.12 mm. Distance between the measuring points A1 and B1 (or
A2 and B2) is 30.12 mm − 2 [6.4 mm] = 30.12 mm − 12.7 mm = 17.4 mm. Taper
= (A1 − B1) (or A2 − B2) divided by 2 divided by 17.4 mm, or (A1 − B1) (or A2 −
B2)/34.85 mm. (Division by 2 is required to obtain the desired difference in shaft
radius between the measuring points.)

A2. MEASUREMENT OF MAIN BEARING CLEARANCE

A2.1 Conduct the main bearing clearance measurements

with the crankcase, crankshaft, bearing sets, and measuring
tools at room temperature.
A2.2 Use measuring tools having an accuracy of at least
0.003 mm.
A2.3 Install two bearing sets in the crankcase, but do not
install the crankshaft. Use either two standard main bearing
halves, one standard main bearing half (TEI Part No. 8252) and
one undersize main bearing half (TEI Part No. 8252-0.0012 in.
U.S.), or two undersize bearing halves. For consistency, when
using one standard and one undersize bearing half together,
install the standard half in the bearing cap. Torque the bearing
block bolts to 81 N·m.
A2.4 Measure the front main bearing vertical diameter at
the two points A and B indicated in Fig. A2.1. Each of the
points is located in the middle of the respective non-relieved
bearing surface. Record the measurements in the appropriate
spaces in a table such as Table A2.1.
FIG. A2.1 Clearance Measuring Points for Crankshaft Main Bear-
A2.5 Mount the crankshaft on a workbench with the axis ings
horizontal and with the connecting rod bearing journal verti-
cally upward, simulating the top-dead-center position in the A2.8 Subtract the diameters to obtain the clearances, as
engine. directed in Table A2.1. From the four clearance values thereby
determined for each main journal and bearing combination,
A2.6 Measure the diameter of the front main journal of the select the minimum and maximum values, and enter them in
crankshaft at the points A1, B1, A2, and B2 indicated in Fig. the spaces provided in the table.
A2.1. Record the measurements in the appropriate spaces in a
table such as Table A2.1. A2.9 The minimum and maximum main bearing clearances
determined in A2.8 must be within the range of (0.051 to
A2.7 Measure the diameters of the rear main bearing and 0.076) mm. If they fall outside of this range, either install
the rear main journal at the points described in A2.4 and A2.6. different bearings, or a different crankshaft, and remeasure the
Record the measurements in Table A2.1. clearances.

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TABLE A2.1 Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance
A
Front Main Bearing Rear Main BearingA
A______ B______ A______ B______
A1______ B1______ A1______ B1______
A2______ B2______ A2______ B2______
A − A1 = ______ B − B1 = ______ A − A1 = ______ B − B1 = ______
A − A2 = ______ B − B2 = ______ A − A2 = ______ B − B2 = ______
min______ max______ min______ max______
A
Diameters A1 and B1 are measured at points 90° from A2 and B2, respectively.

A3. THE ASTM TEST MONITORING CENTER CALIBRATION PROGRAM

A3.1 Conducting a Reference Oil Test: mum of four tests to be conducted prior to establishing the
A3.1.1 For those laboratories which choose to utilize the industry average and test acceptance targets for new reference
services of the TMC in maintaining calibration of power oils. The TMC estimates that laboratories will be requested to
sections and test stands, full-scale calibration testing shall be run an average of one contributing test per year for each eight
conducted at regular intervals. These full-scale tests are con- test power sections operated throughout the year.
ducted using blind, coded reference oils supplied by the TMC. A3.4 TMC Information Letters:
It is a laboratory’s responsibility to maintain the calibration in
accordance with the test procedure. It is also a laboratory’s A3.4.1 Occasionally, it is necessary to change the
responsibility to keep the on-site blind reference oil inventory procedure, and notify the test laboratories of the change, prior
at or above the minimum level specified by the TMC test to consideration of the change by either Subcommittee D02.B
engineers. on Automotive Lubricants or Committee D02 on Petroleum
Products and Lubricants. In such a case, the TMC will issue an
A3.1.2 When laboratory personnel decide to run a reference
Information Letter. Subsequently, prior to each semiannual
calibration run, they shall request a blind oil code from the
Committee D02 meeting, the accumulated Information Letters
cognizant TMC engineer. Upon completion of the reference oil
are balloted by Subcommittee D02.B0. The ballot is reviewed
test using the blind reference oil, the data shall be sent in
at the Subcommittee D02.B0 meeting, and the actions taken are
summary form (use TMC forms) to the TMC by telephone
considered at the following meeting of Committee D02. By
facsimile transmission, or by some other method acceptable to
this means, the Society due process procedures are applied to
the TMC. The TMC will review the data and contact the
these Information Letters.
laboratory engineer to report the laboratory’s calibration status.
All reference oil tests, whether aborted, invalidated, or suc- A3.4.2 Several methods and levels of review are conducted
cessfully completed, shall be reported to the TMC. Subsequent prior to issuing an Information Letter. In the case of an
to sending the data in summary form to the TMC, the Information Letter concerning a part number change which
laboratory is required to submit to the TMC the written test does not affect test results, the TMC is authorized to issue such
report specified in the test procedure. a letter. Long-term studies by the Surveillance Panel to
improve the test procedure through improved operation and
A3.2 New Laboratories—Laboratories wishing to become a hardware control may result in a recommendation to issue an
part of the ASTM Test Monitoring System will be requested to Information Letter. If obvious procedural items affecting test
generate both blind and non-blind tests to ensure that the results need immediate attention, the test sponsor and the TMC
laboratory is using the proper testing techniques. Information will issue an Information Letter and present the background
concerning fees, laboratory inspection, reagents, testing and data to the Surveillance Panel for approval prior to the
practices, appropriate committee membership, and rater train- semiannual Subcommittee D02.B meeting.
ing can be obtained by contacting the TMC Administrator.2
A3.4.3 Authority for the issuance of Information Letters
A3.3 Introducing New Sequence VIII Reference Oils—The was given by the Committee on Technical Committee Opera-
calibrating reference oils produce various copper-lead bearing tions in 1984, as follows:
weight loss and deposit characteristics. When new reference “COTCO recognizes that D02 has a unique and complex
oils are selected, member laboratories will be requested to situation. The use of Information Letters is approved providing
conduct their share of tests to enable the TMC to establish the each letter contains a disclaimer to the effect that such has not
proper industry average and test acceptance limits. The ASTM obtained ASTM consensus. These Information Letters shall be
D02.B0.01 Sequence VIII Surveillance Panel requires a mini- moved to such consensus as rapidly as possible.”

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A4. MEASUREMENT OF PISTON-TO-SLEEVE CLEARANCE

A4.1 Conduct the piston-to-sleeve clearance measurements

with the sleeve, barrel assembly, cylinder head, piston, and
measuring tools at room temperature.
A4.2 Use measuring tools having an accuracy of at least
0.003 mm.
A4.3 Install the sleeve into the barrel assembly and torque
the cylinder head into place.
A4.4 Measure the sleeve diameter in the transverse (be-
tween the valves) direction at the top, middle, and bottom of
the sleeve using a bore gage and the bore measurement ladder
(Fig. A4.1). Record the measurements in the appropriate spaces
in a table such as Table A4.1. Repeat the preceding for the
longitudinal (across the valves) direction.
A4.5 Heat the piston so that the piston pin can be installed
without using any force. Do not exceed 65.5 °C piston tem-
perature. Allow the piston to return to room temperature before
measuring. Measure the piston skirt at the middle and bottom
of the skirt as indicated in Fig. A4.2. Record the measurements
in the appropriate spaces in a table such as Table A4.1.
A4.6 Calculate the sleeve bore diameter to be used for the
piston-to-sleeve clearance using the middle and bottom trans-
verse measurements according to Table A4.1.
NOTE 1—Overall dimensions are not critical.
A4.7 Calculate the sleeve taper according to Table A4.1. NOTE 2—Make the ladder of brass or aluminum to prevent liner
scratching.
A4.8 Calculate the sleeve out-of-round according to Table NOTE 3—Holes should be sized as dictated by the bore measurement
A4.1. device which will be used.
FIG. A4.1 Sequence VIII Bore Measurement Ladder
A4.9 Calculate the piston diameter to be used for the
piston-to-sleeve clearance using the middle and bottom mea-
surements according to Table A4.1.
A4.10 Calculate the piston taper according to Table A4.1.
A4.11 Calculate the piston-to-sleeve clearance according to
Table A4.1.
A4.12 The piston-to-sleeve clearance as determined in
Table A4.1 shall be within the range of (0.030 to 0.063) mm. If
the clearance falls outside of this range, replace the liner, the
piston, or both, depending on their relative size.

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TABLE A4.1 Piston-to-Sleeve Clearance
Sleeve Diameters, mm Taper
TOP MIDDLE BOTTOM mm
Transverse a b c g
Longitudinal d e f h
Out-of-Round i j k
g = (Largest of a, b or c)—(smallest of a, b, or c)
h = (Largest of d, e or f)—(smallest of d, e, or f)
i = (Largest of a or d)—(smallest of a or d)
j = (Largest of b or e)—(smallest of b or e)
k = (Largest of c or f)—(smallest of c or f)
Piston Skirt Diameters
Middle m
Bottom n
Taper p
Average q
p = (Largest of m or n)—(smallest of m or n)
q = (m + n)/2
Piston-to-Sleeve Clearance ((b + c)/2) − q)

FIG. A4.2 Measurement Points for Sequence VIII Piston

A5. CONTROL CHART TECHNIQUE FOR A LABORATORY’S SEVERITY ADJUSTMENT (SA)

A5.1 Complete information on the control chart technique is

available in the Lubricant Test Monitoring System, available
from the ASTM Test Monitoring Center.

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FIG. A6.1 Stress Plate

A6. NEW LINER HONING PROCEDURE

A6.1 Remove new liner from box and clean protective after every 30 strokes and measure liner between stone
coating from the liner. rotations for correct taper.
A6.2 Install fret ring and liner into cylinder barrel. Install A6.5 After reaching the desired coarse honed liner diameter,
head gasket and stress plate, torque to specified setting. Fig. allow liner to cool to room temperature and coarse hone to
A6.1 shows a recommended stress plate. within 0.013 mm of the desired diameter before beginning the
finish honing.
A6.3 Set cylinder barrel fixture and cylinder barrel into
Sunnen CK-10 or CV-616 honing machine8,34 and secure. Fig. A6.6 Complete honing with finishing stone to desired liner
A6.2 shows a recommended cylinder barrel fixture. The diameter and surface finish. The approximate number of
appropriate honing machine setups and honing stone selections strokes will depend on the finishing stone selected.
are in Table A6.1.
A6.7 Make the final liner measurements in the actual
A6.4 Coarse hone liner to within 0.025 mm of determined cylinder barrel of the power section to be used.
finish diameter. During coarse honing, rotate and clean stones
A6.8 Use this procedure only for initial new liner honing.
34
The sole source of supply of the honing machine known to the committee at For used liners, see 9.4.4.
this time is Sunnen Products Co., 7910 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63143.

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FIG. A6.2 Cylinder Barrel Fixture

TABLE A6.1 Honing Machine Setups and Honing Stone Selection

Honing Machine Setup
Honing Machine Model No.
Parameter
CK-10 CV-616
Honing oil flow, L/s 0.13 0.13
Spindle speed, r/min 155 170
Stroke rate, spm 46 57
Stroke length, mm 180 to 185 180 to 185
Over-stroke, mm 9.53 9.53
Honing Stones
Desired Hone Honing Stone No. of Strokes
Selection (approximate)
Coarse hone EHU 525 —
Finished hone JHU 625 10
Finished hone JHU 820 4

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A7. SEQUENCE VIII OIL PRIMING PROCEDURE

A7.1 Prior to engine starts, confirm that the crankcase has A7.4 Motor the engine, using the starter, until the oil
been filled with test oil to the required level. pressure gage shows a pressure increase.
A7.2 Disconnect the fuel supply. A7.5 Cease motoring and reinstall the spark plug.
A7.3 Remove the spark plug. A7.6 Start the engine.

A8. ALTERNATIVE CRANKCASE BREATHER CONFIGURATION

A8.1 See Fig. A8.1 for Sequence VIII crankcase breather

detail.

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FIG. A8.1 Sequence VIII Crankcase Breather Freeze Plug Detail

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A9. CONNECTING ROD BEARING CLEANING PROCEDURE

Initial Cleaning End of Test Cleaning

A9.1 Soak bearings halves in a container of mineral spirits30 A9.9 Soak bearing halves in a container of mineral
to remove all traces of oil from both the front and back of the spirits30to remove all traces of oil from both the front and back
bearing for a minimum of 5 min. During the soak period move of the bearing for a minimum of 5 min. During the soak period,
the bearing halves back and forth in solvent using protective move the bearing halves back and forth in solvent using
tongs. Exercise care when handling the bearings to prevent protective tongs. Exercise care when handling the bearings to
nicking or scratching the bearing surface. (Always use latex prevent nicking or scratching the bearing surface. (Always use
gloves and protective tongs when handling bearings.) latex gloves and protective tongs when handling bearings.)
A9.2 Dip the bearing halves in pentane and allow to dry; do A9.10 Dip the bearing halves in pentane and allow to dry.
not place in vacuum desiccator.
A9.11 Place bearing halves into a vacuum desiccator for a
A9.3 Wipe bearings with soft paper towel soaked in pen- maximum of 5 min.
tane.
A9.12 Remove bearing halves from the vacuum desiccator
A9.4 Weigh and record the initial mass of the whole test
and inspect for traces of residue. Repeat A9.10 and A9.11 if
bearing and the separate masses of the top and bottom halves
any residue is evident.
to the nearest 0.1 mg.
A9.5 Repeat steps A9.3 and A9.4 until no change in mass is A9.13 Weigh and record the final mass of the whole test
noted. bearing and the separate masses of the top and bottom halves
to the nearest 0.1 mg.
A9.6 Place bearing halves into a vacuum desiccator for a
maximum of 5 min.
A9.7 Coat the bearing halves with build-up oil.
A9.8 Store the bearing halves in a vacuum desiccator until
ready for installation into the engine. Start the test break-in
within 8 h of removal of the bearing halves from the vacuum
desiccator. If the limit of 8 h is exceeded, install a new set of
bearings, repeating steps A9.1-A9.8.

A10. SEQUENCE VIII ELECTRONIC IGNITION CONVERSION PROCEDURE

A10.1 The following parts are needed for the Ford distribu- A10.1.7 Nylon flat washer, Part No. 98160-0.62.8,37
tor assembly modification: A10.1.8 Fabricated distributor shaft.8,38
35
A10.1.1 Ford distributor assembly, Part No. D7EE- A10.1.9 Fabricated hold down assembly.8,38
12127DA.
A10.1.2 Ford wiring harness,35 Part No. D7JL-12A200A. A10.2 Disassemble the Ford distributor assembly, Part No.
D7EE-12127DA. Save all parts as most will be needed for the
A10.1.3 Ford module,35 Part No. D9VZ-12A199A. modification.
A10.1.4 Ford stator assembly,35 Part No. D5TZ-12A122A. A10.3 Remove the vacuum advance mounting assembly
35 from the Ford distributor housing as shown in Fig. A10.1.
A10.1.5 Ford ignition coil, Part No. D5AZ-12029-A.
36
A10.1.6 GM flat washer, Part No. 1984361.
37
The sole source of supply of the flat washer known to the committee at this
time is Accurate Screw Machine Co., 19 Baltimore St., Nutley, NJ 07110.
35 38
This apparatus may be purchased from any Ford dealership. The sole source of supply of the apparatus known to the committee at this time
36
This apparatus may be purchased from any General Motors dealership. is Texas Tool Makers, Inc., San Antonio, TX 78216.

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A10.4 Modify the lower section of the Ford distributor A10.9 Attach the upper and lower plates using a 4.76 mm
housing as shown in Fig. A10.2. rivet as shown in Fig. A10.5. Use a spacer of approximately
2.16 mm between the two plates.
A10.5 Remove three of the four existing poles from the
armature of the Ford distributor assembly as shown in Fig. A10.10 Cut the drive gear from the upper collar of the Ford
A10.3. Reference the grooves for the roll pin to remove the distributor assembly. Fig. A10.6 shows the dimensions of the
correct poles. collar after the drive gear has been removed.
A10.6 Remove the fibre seat from the lower plate assembly A10.11 Fabricate the distributor shaft as shown in Fig.
of the Ford distributor and enlarge the hole to 4.76 mm as A10.7. The shaft may also be purchased from Texas Tool
shown in Fig. A10.4. Makers, Inc.8,38
A10.7 Remove the vacuum advance bracket from the upper A10.12 Fabricate the hold down assembly as shown in Figs.
stator assembly plate of the Ford distributor shown in Fig. A10.8 and A10.9. The hold down assembly may also be
A10.5.
purchased from Texas Tool Makers, Inc.
A10.8 Center and mount the upper stator assembly plate
A10.13 Assemble the modified distributor as shown in Fig.
onto the lower plate. Drill a hole with a diameter of 4.76 mm
A10.10.
through the upper plate aligning that hole with hole with a
diameter of 4.76 mm in the lower plate as shown in Fig. A10.5.

FIG. A10.1 Modified Ford Distributor Housing

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FIG. A10.2 Modified Ford Distributor Housing

FIG. A10.3 Modified Ford Distributor-Armature

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FIG. A10.4 Modified Ford Distributor-Lower Plate Assembly

FIG. A10.5 Modified Ford Distributor-Stator Assembly

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FIG. A10.6 Modified Ford Distributor-Upper Collar

FIG. A10.7 Fabricated Distributor Shaft

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NOTE 1—Material: steel plate with thickness of 9.53 mm, and with the following dimensions, 38.1 mm by 66.68 mm.

FIG. A10.8 Fabricated Hold Down Clamp

NOTE 1—Material: 3.18 mm plate.

FIG. A10.9 Fabricated Hold Down Clamp

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FIG. A10.10 Modified Ford Distributor Assembly

A11. SYSTEM RESPONSE PROCEDURE

A11.1 Temperatures—Remove the thermocouples from the (test specification). Isolate the air pressure in the sensor line
engine locations as specified in 6.3.5. Allow the thermocouples and remove the source from the sensor line. If the system leaks
to stabilize at ambient conditions, then insert them into a down, repair the leak before proceeding.
bucket of ice water. Record the time it takes the thermocouple A11.2.2 After completion of the leak down step, determine
to reach 63 % of its final value. the system response. Connect an air line to the sensor line and
A11.2 Pressures and Vacuums—First perform a leak-down pressurize the system to the specified mean range. Let the
on the measurement system to ensure there are no air leaks by system stabilize, then quickly release pressure, record the time
following the test below: to reach 63 % of its final value.
A11.2.3 For vacuums, follow the above procedure replacing
A11.2.1 Disconnect the sensor lines at the engine locations air pressure with vacuum.
as specified in 6.3.4. Connect an air line to the sensor line and
pressurize the line slightly above the specified range required A11.3 Fuel Flow:

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A11.3.1 Flow Meters—Establish a steady flow at the normal mean value. Use a frequency device to determine the engine
test specified mean range. Let the system stabilize. Shut off the speed. Disconnect the frequency device, measure and record
flow and record the time required to reach 63 % of the final the time required to reach 63 % of the final value.
value.
A11.5 Power—Place a mass on a measurement device and
A11.3.2 Fuel Weight Scales—Follow the normal procedure
let the reading stabilize. Quickly remove the mass, and
for measuring fuel usage. This value shall represent the total
measure and record the time required to reach 63 % of the final
time it takes to measure the fuel flow (from the time the engine
begins to run from the beaker until the scales trips). value. Masses used shall represent the normal readout value.
For manual measurements, a stopwatch is required with
A11.4 Speed—Using a frequency counter, inject a fre- increments of 0.1 s.
quency so that the system readout stabilizes at the test specified

A12. AIR-FUEL RATIO MEASUREMENT

A12.1 Correct carbon monoxide (CO) or carbon dioxide Observed Percent CO 3 100
5 Corrected CO (A12.1)
(CO2) measurements to an oxygen-free basis, using formulae 100 2 5 ~ Observed % O 2 !
Eq A12.1 and A12.2 prior to determining air-fuel ratio. Use the Observed Percent CO2 3 100
corrected CO or CO2 value and Table A12.1 to determine 5 Corrected CO2 (A12.2)
100 2 5 ~ Observed % O 2 !
air-fuel ratio.

TABLE A12.1 Air-Fuel Ratio Versus (O2, CO and CO2)

NOTE 1—Theoretical Combustion, KA24E Green Fuel Batch 9910652.
Air-Fuel Ratio O2 CO CO2 Air-Fuel Ratio O2 CO CO2
7.298 0 19.793 2.97 14.595 0 0 15.215
7.59 0 19.008 3.383 14.887 0.44 0 14.896
7.881 0 18.218 3.807 15.179 0.862 0 14.589
8.173 0 17.424 4.241 15.471 1.266 0 14.295
8.465 0 16.626 4.686 15.763 1.655 0 14.013
8.757 0 15.823 5.142 16.055 2.029 0 13.741
9.049 0 15.017 5.607 16.347 2.388 0 13.48
9.341 0 14.206 6.081 16.639 2.735 0 13.229
9.633 0 13.393 6.564 16.931 3.068 0 12.987
9.925 0 12.577 7.055 17.223 3.389 0 12.753
10.217 0 11.76 7.553 17.514 3.7 0 12.528
10.509 0 10.943 8.058 17.806 3.999 0 12.31
10.801 0 10.126 8.567 18.096 4.288 0 12.1
11.092 0 9.31 9.081 18.39 4.567 0 11.898
11.384 0 8.497 9.598 18.682 4.838 0 11.701
11.676 0 7.687 10.116 18.974 5.099 0 11.511
11.968 0 6.883 10.636 19.266 5.352 0. 11.328
12.26 0 6.084 11.156 19.558 5.597 0 11.149
12.552 0 5.291 11.675 19.85 5.835 0 10.977
12.844 0 4.507 12.193 20.142 6.065 0 10.81
13.136 0 3.731 12.707 20.433 6.288 0 10.647
13.428 0 2.964 13.218 20.725 6.505 0 10.49
13.72 0 2.207 13.725 21.017 6.716 0 10.337
14.012 0 1.46 14.227 21.309 6.92 0 10.189
14.303 0 0.724 14.724 21.601 7.119 0 10.044
21.893 7.312 0 9.904

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A13. LEAD DECONTAMINATION PARTS/PROCEDURE

A13.1 Use the following procedure for lead decontamina- A13.2.1 Prior to acid cleaning of all parts, remove all sludge
tion of CLR test engine that previously ran using a lead base and varnish deposits.
fuel. A13.2.2 Using a lint free towel or parts washing brush apply
A13.1.1 Parts to be Cleaned: the 1:3 mixture of hydrochloric acid and deionized water to all
parts.
A13.1.1.1 Inside of crankcase.
A13.1.1.2 Bottom of cylinder jug assembly. A13.2.3 Apply a 1:8 mixture of baking soda and water after
approximately 60 s.
A13.1.1.3 Cylinder head assembly.
A13.2.4 Repeat A13.2.2 and A13.2.3.
A13.1.1.4 Inside of intake manifold.
A13.1.1.5 All crankcase cover plates (front and both sides). A13.2.5 Apply build-up oil to ensure that rust does not
form.
A13.1.1.6 Oil pan.
A13.1.1.7 Rocker cover. A13.2.6 Clean engine parts according to either procedure in
9.4.3.
A13.1.1.8 Oil heater and canister.
A13.1.1.9 Blowby tube assembly. A13.3 Future Cleaning after Lead Decontamination:
A13.1.1.10 Camshaft and gear. A13.3.1 Once the engine parts have been decontaminated,
A13.1.1.11 Crankshaft and gear. handle them only in a lead-free environment. If the parts come
A13.1.1.12 Oil pump assembly. into contact with a lead contaminated cleaning material or are
A13.1.1.13 Any other parts that may have come in contact used in an engine running on a fuel containing 0.003 g/L of
with lead. lead they shall loose their status as cleaned parts. They shall
only regain their clean status by undergoing another lead
A13.2 Cleaning Procedure: decontamination cleaning (A13.2.1 through A13.2.6).

A14. STAY-IN-GRADE OIL ANALYSIS PROCEDURE

A14.1 Determine the ability of the test oil (multiviscosity A14.1.2.1 Place the gas inlet tube beneath the surface of the
oils only) to stay in grade by measuring the shear stability oil sample in the flask so that the nitrogen sparge stirs the
using the following method. sample during the heating operation.
A14.1.1 Weigh 25 g of the test oil sample taken at 10 h into A14.1.2.2 Begin the time clock for 1 h when the oil sample
a 50 mL three-necked round-bottom flask equipped with a reaches 115°C.
thermometer, gas inlet tube, and distillation side arm.
A14.1.3 Filter the stripped sample through a 0.5 µm filter
A14.1.2 Heat the sample at (120 6 5) °C in a vacuum of pad.
13.33 kPa with a nitrogen sparge for 1 h. Do not consider
warm-up time to meet the specified temperature as part of the A14.1.4 Determine the kinematic viscosity at 100 °C of the
1 h. filtered sample using Test Method D445.

A15. CRANKSHAFT REAR SEAL CONDITIONING PROCEDURE

A15.1 Procedure for Preparation of Rear Oil Seal Crank- direction with a front to back motion using a spiraling motion
shaft Surface: that produces scratches with an approximate 5 to 10° helix
NOTE A15.1—This procedure aids in preventing rear seal related oil angle. Between 5 to 10 strokes shall produce the proper surface
leaks.
finish.
A15.1.1 Prepare a 25.4 mm wide and 600 mm long section
of 120 grit abrasive paper. A15.1.3 Clean the crankshaft (see [Link]) to ensure that
no abrasive remains on it.
A15.1.2 Looking from the back of the crankshaft forward,
move the paper across the seal surface in a counter-clockwise

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A16. REPORT FORMS AND DATA DICTIONARY

A16.1 Download the actual report forms and data dictionary Title/Validity Declaration Page Form 1
separately from the ASTM Test Monitoring Center web page at Table of Contents Form 2
Summary of Test Method Form 3
[Link] or obtain them in Test Results Form 4
hardcopy fomat from the TMC.2 Operational Summary Form 5
Parts Measurement and Critical Parts Listing Form 6
Downtime Occurences and Other Comments Form 7
Operational Outliers Occurrences Form 8
Deviations of Operational Parameters Form 9
Data Acquisition System Details Form 10

A17. TEST FUEL SPECIFICATION

A17.1 The Test Fuel Specification is shown in Table A17.1.

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TABLE A17.1 KA24E Test Fuel Specification
ASTM D6709 Sequence VIII Test Fuel Specification
Halterman Products KA24E Test Fuel
Product Code: HF008
ASTM Specifications
Test Test Units
Method Min Target Max
Distillation – IBP D86 °C 24 35
5% °C
10 % °C 49 57
20 % °C
30 % °C
40 % °C
50 % °C 93 110
60 % °C
70 % °C
80 % °C
90 % °C 149 163
95 % °C
Distillation – EP °C 196 213
Recovery vol % Report
Residue vol % Report
Loss vol % Report
Gravity D4052 °API 58.7 61.2
Density D4052 kg/L 0.734 0.744
Reid Vapor Pressure D323 kPa 60.7 63.4
Carbon E191 mass frac- 0.8580 0.8667
tion
Carbon D3343 mass frac- Report
tion
Sulfur D4294 mass % 0.01 0.04
Lead D3237 g/L 0.013
Phosphorous D3231 g/L 0.0013
Oxygen D4815 mass % 0.05
Composition, aromat- D1319 vol % 35.0
ics
Composition, olefins D1319 vol % 5.0 10.0
Composition, satu- D1319 vol % Report
rates
Oxidation Stability D525 minutes 1440
Copper Corrosion D130 1
Gum content, D381 mg/100 mL 5
washed
Research Octane D2699 96.0 97.5
Number
Motor Octane Num- D2700 Report
ber
R+M/2 D2699/ Report
D2700
Sensitivity D2699/ 7.5
D2700
Net Heat of Combus- D240 J/kg Report
tion
Color Visual Green

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APPENDIXES

(Nonmandatory Information)

X1. ROLE OF THE ASTM TEST MONITORING CENTER AND THE CALIBRATION PROGRAM

X1.1 The TMC, a nonprofit organization located in tee D02, and the Rules and Regulations governing the ASTM
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is staffed to administer engineering Test Monitoring System. The management of the system is
studies; conduct engineering laboratory visits; conduct statis- vested in the Test Monitoring Board elected by Subcommittee
tical analysis of reference data; store, blend, and ship reference D02.B0.
oils; and provide the associated administrative functions to
maintain the referencing calibration program for various tests X1.3 The TMC operating income is obtained from fees for
as directed by Subcommittee D02.B0 and the Test Monitoring each reference oil test conducted and each reference oil issued.
Board. The TMC maintains close communication with the test Fee schedules are reviewed and established by Subcommittee
sponsors, the test developers, the surveillance panels, and the D02.B0.
testing laboratories.
X1.2 The TMC operates in accordance with the ASTM
Charter, the ASTM Bylaws, the Regulations Governing ASTM
Technical Committees, the Bylaws Governing ASTM Commit-

X2. SUGGESTED METHOD FOR SALVAGING CAMSHAFT BEARING JOURNALS

X2.1 The following method is suggested for salvaging X2.1.1.1 Apply a layer of Met-Caloy No. 2, 0.25 mm
out-of-limit camshaft journals, or for decreasing the camshaft maximum thickness, directly to the worn surface. Grind the
journal clearance. journal to the desired size.
X2.1.1 Build up material on the journals by flame spraying. X2.1.1.2 If a build-up of more than 0.25 mm thickness is
The following material has proven successful: required, first grind the surface undersize and apply a spray of
Met-Caloy No. 28,39 (mass %) bond material to within 0.05 mm undersize of the final
Carbon, 0.32 % diameter. Cover the remaining surface with Met-Caloy No. 2
Silicon, 0.50 %
Magnesium, 0.50 % and grind to the desired size.
Phosphorus, 0.02 %
Sulfur, 0.02 %
Chromium, 13.5 %
Iron, balance

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The sole source of supply of the apparatus known to the committee at this time
is Met-Caloy No. 2 can be obtained from Metco, Inc., 1101 Prospect Ave., Westbury,
NY 11590.

X3. DATA LOG SHEETS

X3.1 Examples of suitable log sheets are shown in Figs.

X3.1 and X3.2.

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Required Oil Charge and Sample Volumes

Run-in Oil 2840 mL
Charge:
Flush Oil 1660 mL
Charge:
Test Oil Charge: 1660 mL
Purge Sample: 60 mL
Oil Sample: 180 mL
New Oil Addi- 240 mL
tions

FIG. X3.1 Run-in and Flush Data Log Sheet

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FIG. X3.2 Test Data Log Sheet

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