Recent content by HK45

I've been doing some thinking about extended oil change intervals. In particular, I am wondering what is the real cost of extending the OCI. For example, Amsoil will compare 25,000 miles on conventional oil and regular filters, to 25,000 miles with their Signature Series, and one Ea filter...

Originally Posted By: Lubener I wonder why you went with a very good oil and a cheapo filter?? It's like putting new wiper blades on a broken windshield. Yeah, I know. It's what I had on hand.

I just looked at the colour again, and it is not as dark as I thought initially. I guess I was shocked to see it dark at all, as I fully expected to have a difficult time seeing anything like the first time. Anyway, thanks for the replies.

I just did my second fill of Pennzoil Platinum (the new gtl stuff). For the first fill, I had a Wix filter on it. It took around 1500km before I could easily start to see the oil level on the stick (e.e., it was so clear I could not see it). On this new fill, where I used a Motomaster MPH4967...

Originally Posted By: mike7139 Originally Posted By: Stewie Don't bottles have measurements on the side? I was going to say the same thing. I know Mobil 1 EP has the measurement on the side. Well atleast it did when I changed the oil in my car back in 2010. Yeah, the bottle I have has a...

I just did an oil change on my car, and I used one of those 5L jugs (PP). My car takes 4L, and even though I was trying to be careful (poured a bit, then checked how much was left in the jug) I still ended up with a slight over fill. I don't think it is so much over full as to be a problem, but...

Originally Posted By: jk_636 It looks fine. They didn't fall off, you probably just ripped them off with your bare hands. Have you been working out? I bet he's juicing it.

Originally Posted By: GSCJR I regularly use SuperTech now called Tune It! with no issues to report. The product is made by Safety-Kleen. Safety-Kleen also makes EcoPower; they could be similar oils. I requested and received MSDS sheets from WM; I have them on my PC somewhere. I can try to...

Out of curiosity, I have contacted Walmart Canada for an MSDS on this product. I would like to know if it is Safety-Kleen oil.

Originally Posted By: JHZR2 Originally Posted By: HK45 Originally Posted By: tinmanSC Where did you hear supertech was recycled oil? Not that it's a problem, I think it's a great thing, if true. This little known site: bobistheoilguy.com Pretty sure that supertech sold in the USA is new...

Originally Posted By: tinmanSC Where did you hear supertech was recycled oil? Not that it's a problem, I think it's a great thing, if true. This little known site: bobistheoilguy.com

I am looking at this Walmart Tune It! oil in the 5 gallon pail. It is my understanding that it is re-branded Supertech oil, and is re-refined by Safety-Kleen here in Canada. What do you all think of this oil? I would be using it in my 05 Corolla.

Where is the like button?

Two questions: Why would a dealer be putting the filter cap on too tight? Don't they know how to service their own vehicles? Why the switch to cartridge filters? Was there something wrong with the spin on filters?

Originally Posted By: SilverSnake Some engines just use a lot of oil. Bought an new Olds 88 with a 455. Used 1 quart every 700 miles. Bought a new Riviera with a 455. Used 1 quart every 700 miles. Both engines did not smoke and ran great. My then brother in law bought a used Olds 98 Regency with...