Recent content by CJ Dubya

The “1500” mega cab never ever had MDS. That’s because it’s really a 2500. Only the 5 lug trucks starting in 2006 had MDS. If your truck is making a sound like it has MDS you got a potential major problem

Show me where I said it was “bad.” I said it was expensive. Big difference. But thanks, way to welcome a new member.

I’m concerned about older engines that need zddp for wear protection.

So I made a discovery I’m not too pleased with. I noticed just about every oil company is touting reduced phosphorus on their main oil grades which means greater catalyst life but reduced anti wear additive. Mobil 1 is the only company that openly shares their zddp information which I highly...

Actually on forums like this. And on Mobil’s website and bottles

Yes but still $67 compared to $28. Just not sure it’s worth the extra cost in my case

It’s a flat tappet engine and the hm oils have more anti wear additives I’ve heard

Was time to do an oil change on my 1990 Chevrolet C1500 350 V8 which is in mint condition btw. Originally put in an order for Amsoil ss 5w30 but 5 qts came out to be a little over $77 by the time shipping and tax was added...and this is preferred customer pricing too. Later in the day I went to...