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Originally Posted by Rollins The first code denotes only the manuf.site the year and the month . The exact date is next to it, october22 . Some of the other codes is the Batch (Filling) code. Labels and markings differ. Quality of print too ...Packaging varies (Serviburnu Blending site used...

Originally Posted by Rollins The code printed at the bottom G8A1832 corresponds to the packaging date (22oct18) , G=Gravenchon Blending plant(France). Well I don't think all the labels are printed in the same facility so colors and quality of print do vary. Quick reference of Countries of...

I don't think comparing the oils viscosity or the speed they pour will tell me anything about the originality. The fakes are so "sophisticated" that they easily imitate the originals. I am mostly concerned about the ingredients. Here are two videos of these guys comparing the real oil with the...

Hello. I live in Europe and for the last 4+ years I have used Mobil 1 ESP 5w30 synthetic oil. Never had any issues or bad experience with it. However, the question of its genuineness has always been in my thoughts. I have watched couple of videos on youtube (mostly in Russian), claiming they...

Originally Posted By: edyvw Originally Posted By: Proxyon Thank you everyone for helping with your feedback and opinion. I have already made up my mind - I'll stick to the ESP 5w30. My main concern was (and still is) the hot Greek summer and the engine protection. 0w40 could give me better...

Thank you everyone for helping with your feedback and opinion. I have already made up my mind - I'll stick to the ESP 5w30. My main concern was (and still is) the hot Greek summer and the engine protection. 0w40 could give me better protection but the difference with the ESP seems insignificant.

edyvw, thanks for your prompt response. I forgot to say the car has 75,000 km on the odometer if that matters. So far I have used the 5w30 ESP without any issues. However, my main concern is the very hot weather in summer with ambient temperatures exceeding 40C (104F). I DO know outside...

Hey, folks. Honda Accord (known as Acura TSX in the U.S.) owner here. 2.0 l gasoline engine. Living and driving in Greece. Still hesitate between two Mobil1 oils. 5w30 ESP OR 0w40. Here are the specs: Mobil 1 ESP Formula 5W-30 specs: SAE Grade 5W-30 Viscosity, cSt (ASTM D445) @ 40ºC 72.8 @...

Originally Posted By: UltrafanUK What does Mobil say in terms of which oil this car should use ?? Also I can't find an Edge that says A3/B3,B4. B4 is better than B3, so why would they list both ? Mobil 1 UK recommends that one...

Originally Posted By: edyvw Originally Posted By: Proxyon In Greece. It becomes really hot in the summer here with ambient temperatures exceeding 38C (100 F). I still do not know if 5w30 or 5w40 would be better. It was here on this forum time ago when I was advised that the ESP was probably...

In Greece. It becomes really hot in the summer here with ambient temperatures exceeding 38C (100 F). I still do not know if 5w30 or 5w40 would be better. It was here on this forum time ago when I was advised that the ESP was probably not the best option for my gasoline engine. People were...

Originally Posted By: chrisri Shell Helix Ultra 5w40 is popular choice amongst us Europeans for its quality/price/availability combo. Valvoline SynPower 5w40 is my second choice. Thanks! I will certainly look for Shell Helix and Valvoline. Is my idea about switching from 5w30 to 5w40...

Originally Posted By: Olas A3/B4 5w40. Any particular brand?

Hi, folks. Have been using Mobil 1 ESP 5w30 for years in my gasoline Honda Accord and have no issues so far. However, since it is C2/C3 ACEA and I see it is mostly recommended for diesel engines is it a better idea to switch to A3, A4 ACEA oil which is recommended for gasoline engines? And...

Ok, folks! You win! 5w20 is the best for Honda in all climate zones. Since it's quite rare here in EU, I'll still stick to M1 5w30. ESP 5w30 or Economy 0w30? Which one? Either one works just fine? http://www.mobil1.de/welches-synthetische-motorenoel/motorenol-fur-honda.aspx Thanks.