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i've got the 100k mile warranty bumper to bumper. i was surprised the factory warranty is only 3 years/36k. i guess when u have such a reputation of reliability, u can do whatever u want.

great info, oilboy! 3yotas, i've done some research on the cooler and tru-cool makes one that only allows oil to flow through when it reaches a thin enough viscosity (hot). the cold oil is bypassed. it seems a little simpler than a thermo valve that opens and closes. either way, i'm gonna try...

steve, i agree. no need to use the SSO if u don't intend to take advantage of the extended intervals. however, i already had it on order... i also figured that i'd get the most accurate UOA results when i send it in after the 10k-20k interval - no residual XL will be in the sample... just a...

it takes me a few miles to get the the expressway in the morning but i'd say overall, i drive around 70% highway. in the winter, i've been getting around 18mpg, but it's a bit off considering i take full advantage of my remote start for about 10-15 mins when the car has been sitting in the...

SSO installed. after a weekend of driving i would say the car is running/shifting exactly the same. if there's any advantage in fuel economy, it's almost negligible. next change in a few months at 10k...

alright let the battle commence. i've picked up a gallon of 300v 5W-40 and a gallon of the amsoil 40W is on it's way... i'll post the results of the UOAs in a few months

Originally Posted By: Edmond I'm a believer in ASL as I've used it extensively myself and suggest it to customers when it comes to synthetics. I've taken it anywhere from 15k mile to 1 year drain intervals with no problem. I personally don't think the price difference is worth it. Originally...

This bike never sees the street and is rarely under 7000k rpms. A day usually consists of 7, 20 minute sessions. I'm either full throttle, full brake, or full lean ;). I replace my oil every 2 weekends (4 days). What are the pros/cons of 30W and 40W oil? I'm going to do some testing between...

Originally Posted By: 3Toyotas Good plan, and i would do the same if the truck were mine. The first couple OCI's will be rocky due to break in, but with the interval you're planning i don't see a problem whatsoever. You do plan to use the EAO don't you? You could probably get by with a cheaper...

Originally Posted By: firemachine69 I do UOA's, the dealer was rather than impressed, service writer said if I'm spending thirty-sum bucks to monitor my oil, it'd be hard for Toyota of N.A. not to take me seriously. i agree whole heartedly. how can u deny cold hard facts and numbers?

btw... thanks for all the help! this was a very constructive discussion for me. gotta love bitog!

i think it's all [censored]. if ur using an extended interval oil and u even have UOAs that can prove your drain intervals are at a healthy level, i think the manufacture will **** and fix what needs fixing. i know my dad's passat had serious engine issues and not once did they ask for any sort...

motul 300V 5W-30 for my race bike, amsoil SSO 0W-30 for my 4runner, amsoil 4-stroke small engine for my inverter (if we're getting into depth here ;))

i've got the SSO on it's way and i like ur plan of action. i think it'll be something along these lines: the car is now at 3500 on a the factory fill. changing it out with the SSO until 10k miles. another SSO change until 20k miles and send in for UOA. considering amsoil's recommendations for...

right on. i guess it's the decision between using a better oil (SSO) and risking an engine failure related to oil (very unlikely but not absolutely impossible i guess) vs. using a good oil (XL), changing it more than 2X as frequently as toyota specifies, and not worrying about voiding a...