5 years ago I bought a 2002 Corolla for my daughter. Worst decision I ever made. The 2002-03 models have a poor engine design that causes sludge to build up and makes it very hard to clean out. I would sell that car and move on.
Originally Posted By: 2010Civic
I use Napa golds on my 2010 civic (same engine). At the end of the day any half way decent filter will be fine, especially on a Honda.
+1 Napa Gold/Wix I think is the best for the money if your OCI is less than 7500 miles.
Your choices are many but I think the MaxLife is a good choice for both. I also think that the Napa Gold filter is one of the best filters you can get for the money for OCI's less than 7500 miles.
Originally Posted By: pennzoil_guru
It's no different than LG endorsing Finish detergent in my dishwasher. Castrol is paying Mazda to be their "preferred" oil. Use an oil that meets the specs set out in your owners manual. I think the 3 specs 0W20 SN GF-5 oils
+1
What you may not realize is that you and especially your wife are being played. Children will push you to see what your limit is. If you're always caving in to the wants of the child, then the child will no accept "no" as answer later on and you will continue to "cave" therefore fostering a "no...
Originally Posted By: 951Indy
The 3100 slap info is all over the web. Just drive it and ignore the first minute or two of racket. I'll be its still slapping at 200K
It will be for sure. My Cutlass has 240K and it still does it. It's the nature of the engine.