Originally Posted By: aquariuscsm
What about the regular M1 10W30 (not the hm version)?
According to the S2000 web boards this particular engine tends to consume regular M1 but I've yet to experience this myself. My example appears to be in better shape then most with similar mileage so...
Originally Posted By: ARCOgraphite
Don't use a current ILSAC oil. This is not a "fuel economy focused" passenger car engine
The M1 is not synthetic - not that this would help in ANY way.
I would stick with the Edge or a nice 5w40 ACEA A3,B4.
I woupd worry more about the trans - and good luck...
Originally Posted By: Swifty
Originally Posted By: Dallas69
When is this engine going to hit 9000rpm?
This car was owned by an older gent for 100,000 miles and now you want to over rev it ?
Do what you want it's your car,but it is spec'd for 10-30 so why not use that?
You will get many opinions...
I'd like to add I live in Louisiana so the car see's mostly warm weather.
I drive alot on mostly rural highways and the interstate. I will take the car on 100-250 mile trips for work and at 70mph it's turning ~4000 rpm.
Yes I have a bunch of 0W30 AFE but also have a 1992 Civic I can use it in so it won't go to waste.
I don't "race" the car but will do a couple late night pulls for a quick thrill. My concern is it sheering and causing damage to the engine.
I've seen people rave about the PAO content of the...
Hello BITOG!
I've been on this site for quite some time but don't really put my two cents in due to lack of true knowledge. I've done as much research as possible about my question but would like to poll you guys for a second opinion.
Here's my deal:
I've recently purchased a 2000 Honda...