Recent content by donnyj08

Unfortunately I suspect That’s happening as well. Take a look at NOACK values on their Motorcycle oils for example compared to the last formulation a few months ago. Most NOACKs have nearly doubled. I suspect less POA and more Group III. Regardless it’s a good oil and at $20-23 a quart is still...

Tough budget. $5k is beater territory these days. 8K it’s possible to find something decent but it will take some searching and flexibility in colors and trims etc. I would look for a well cared for Mazda CX-5 with the 2.5L NA motor and 6 speed transmission.

I went Ahead and ordered a Timing Belt and Water pump kit form ECS Tuning and replaced the timing belt, water pump, idlers, And tensioners as well as the serpentine belt. Job wasn’t too bad. It took me about 4 hours of work time in a garage without a Lift. I did a few extra steps past the...

I would say yes. With the dilution they have 3k miles is sadly probably ideal.

The car was paid for and still nice otherwise so a few grand to keep driving it 30-40k was worth a shot. I’m not sure. Car ran most of the miles I had it on Valvoline Modern Engine 5w30 (The original LSPI oil) or Mobil 1 5w30 EP. Engine was very clean. I think the engines are just designed...

I think this is a Hyundai GDI Engine problem that no oil, regardless of brand will fix. We Owned a 2016 Tucson 1.6T for about 5 years. Bought it at 20k miles it was previously dealer serviced with QS every 5K. When I took over I maintained it with 3K mile OCIs and 5w30 synthetics from Mobil and...

Looks like Amsoil Just updated their PDS for the Metric Motorcycle line. They also Added a 10w50 To the lineup. A few things I noticed is the HTHS of 5w40 went up as did the NOACK. The 15w50 KVs went down slightly and the 15w50 has a much better foaming rating than before...

It is in spectacular mechanical condition. I went through and inspected it this morning. It will need the lower motor mount, the fluid filled ones actually seem good still. Suspension and bushings are all tight for the age. No leaks of any kind which I was suprised by. I did replace the HPFP...

I use Amsoil product code AUPTPK-EA as a replacement for AGL in my kids Polaris ATV. Not exactly a high stress machine, but it works well.

Anytime 😎

Interesting..I’m also in KY (north central) I haven’t been to the Audi store in Louisville since I had a gen 1 TT years ago. They were sure proud of their parts! I wised up and stared buying most of what I could maintenance wise at the VW store. Had great luck with Bachman VW in Louisville…

It was obtained via the barter system and $1 in cash 😎

The Timing belt and tensioner was done at 52K about 5 years ago with OEM parts. If I hang onto it longer than a couple of years, or more than 20k miles I will have it changed again.

Most of that has been replaced according to the paperwork I have. Cam follower for HPFP has been replaced once that I can tell. I have another kit coming for it.

Thanks!