Think of a fluid analysis  as a blood test for your motorhome or towing vehicle.  Just like a blood test, a fluid analysis will give you a snapshot of the health of your engine and/or generator.  Your inspector will extract a small amount of the fluid to be tested, then send it off to a lab for analysis.  Your result should be available in about a week.

The inspector can test engine oil, transmission fluid and coolant on your towing vehicle, your motorhome and your towed vehicle (toad.)  He can also test the hydraulic fluid on the trailer or motor home and the oil and coolant on the generator.

Investing in a fluid test before you purchase a new rig or as part of the upkeep of your existing one will have these benefits:

• It will save you money by detecting minor problems that you can fix before they become major problems.  Fluid analysis allows you to know the amount of contaminants in the system and how much wear is taking place at a given time. Knowing these things and reacting to them through preventive and predictive maintenance can save you repair costs and possibly prevent a breakdown and an expensive tow.
• It can determine the remaining useful life of the oil or coolant so you save money by safely extend your fluid change intervals.  Keeping your equipment properly lubricated extends equipment life.
• It can increase your resale value by proving to a prospective purchaser that you have maintained your vehicle properly.   Having a history of oil and coolant analysis showing a clean and wear free system reduces risk to your buyer.
• It can help you with your warranty.  If you need to make a warranty claim, you will be able to easily prove that you have properly cared for that engine.

How much does a fluid analysis cost?

These are the prices if a fluid analysis is done at the same time as an inspection.  Mileage charges at the current IRS rate will apply if they are done exclusive of an inspection.

1 Fluid: $75
2 Fluids: $125
3 Fluids: $175
4 Fluids: $225
5 Fluids: $225