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When I last looked in to it, from looking at the assorted MSDS and spec sheets, I concluded that Supertech Full Synthetic 75W-90 was most likely identical to MAG1. However, that was a while ago.

Originally Posted By: kschachn The xxW-40 doesn't have a winter weight rating either. And can you explain the room temperature thing? What on Earth do you think the 'W' stands for? You should delete all 7000+ of your posts here and stop using the internet.

You've got roughly 20 year old oil there. SH was top dog from 93-96 according to: http://www.pqiamerica.com/devilsindisguise.htm I'd have no problem using it in yard equipment and the like, or as top up oil if you any consumption. I probably wouldn't put it in my 2013 sedan, but if I really...

FYI, Redline sells a GL-5 75w85. It is in my rear diff right now. Redline 75w85 GL-5

No argument here on the 15W-40 comparison, but I think the 5W-30 video is fairly misleading. I didn't mean to disparage your pour technique without cause, seeing it done upside down makes the OCD part of my brain angry.

A much fairer comparison. I would expect 15w synthetic vs non to show a big difference at those temps, and they did. You're still pouring it wrong ;-)

Originally Posted By: nepadriver Originally Posted By: Flareside302 just gonna drop this here... -15* this morning... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0UyKVxcB2E Wow that really tells the story! I didn't think the difference would be that dramatic. That is because the difference is not...

Originally Posted By: roushstage2 Originally Posted By: mrsilv04 $54 each. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?...re1=yes&place=7 I've been looking at tires in this size. Great treadwear rating and great price. Hmmmmm... If you get them from DiscountTireDirect.com they have free...

If I recall correctly, this engine (and the VG30E) have historically had a problem with the exhaust manifold warping (slightly) and breaking the studs holding the manifold in place. From your description I have no idea if this is a problem on one or both of your manifolds, but it might be worth...

You misspelled "tortured, then shot to serve as an example to others".

The Mobil 1 definitely had a bit of a sulfur smell to it (in fact Mobil says right on their website that it contains a sulfur-phosphorous additive package). I'm certainly not concerned with the Mobil 1 for the time being, but once we decide on a suitable alternative, I'll suggest that he change...

OK, reading through that seems to answer the question. The 75W-90 Mobil 1 should be fine for now, and I'll tell him there is no rush to change it. For any other people interested, the best info was in this thread mentioned in the previously mentioned thread (confusing enough for you)...

A friend of mine just got a new Ariens 5520E Snowblower for the season, and I gave him a hand getting it set up. While running through the manufacturer's checklist prior to the first run, I noticed that the auger's aluminum gearcase was dry as a bone. The manual calls for using Ariens L2 gear...

I'm not sure what pictures you're looking at, but the two that I see are both of a passenger side seat. Two different angles of the same seat.

Actually, some stainless steel is magnetic, some isn't. It depends on the makeup of the steel.