Recent content by DV0993

Thank you - this is just what I needed. In typical BITOG fashion I dropped the oil as soon as I came home. Filled with Restore & Protect 10w40 for now until my filters arrive. I was tossing up between M1 0w40 and 5w50 - I have plenty of both on hand. GL4 Redline Oil already on its way in the...

You have read this correctly! As a Toyota/Honda person - Never in my right mind would have I bought one of these, but the deal was too good to pass up. Its had its oil changes and whatever has broken has been fixed. Its a car that screws you if you can't get your hands dirty. The lady that...

120k miles. Oil changes twice a year

Thank you!

Hi all,I just picked up a 2006 Mini Cooper S and trying to come up with a plan of attack for preventative maintenance. This was an unplanned purchase for a steal of a price; and other than some fading paint and some leaks - it seems to be in good shape. Above and beyond a normal full fluid and...

Good chance you spoke with Michael - an absolute legend who has been sending me the uoa results for 6 years!

Bit late to the party, but what do you think of the amsoil vs the archoil? I own both, but only just started the amsoil. I found I'm a bit more liberal with the amsoil which may contribute to its slickness as they no longer make the archoil & love it. Also use the amsoil white lithium grease...

Wow! It used to screech and bind up in cold weather - This disappeared after several amsoil drain and fills

Hi all, I have changed my PS fluid on my RX330 multiple times with Amsoil PS fluid. It continues to turn black very quickly. I have a new reservoir and hoses ready to install; but a friend of mine recommended a power steering flush product before changing the hoses and reservoir. Is there any...

Wax your chain - I'm at 5000km on my chains and they are still good

I'm 31 so can't comment here other than to say I have been lifting weights and cycling since 15; and so should everyone else. I have a mobile mechanic who I use sometimes as I am time poor. He's pushing 80, looks good; and could work on a car for a full day. Don't let your body go - and if you...

My thoughts too - Which surprises me because the engine was squeaky clean when I pulled the valve covers off a few years ago!

Hello, Redline 5w40 and Penrite Racing 10w40 (x2) over approximately 5,500km of hard driving, including many track days. According to my records, it was on the vehicle for 4 years

Hi mate - Nulon Racing 5w40 (a UOA will be posted here in around a year) - Honda OEM PCX-004 Filter (suits s2000)

You are right - I should have mentioned this. A link to a Ryco Syntec (mentioned above) cut open thread on one of my other vehicles is here https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/ryco-syntec-z418-cut-open.365447/#post-6411376