Recent content by thunderous1335

Swapped over factory fill on my 6AT to Castrol's Transmax Import. It's been fine, but I can tell it's time to change the ATF again. Is there a better synthetic alternative or is that pretty much it?

So what's the consensus on the best filter for Hondas that aren't made by Fram, and is actually attainable?

Not boxers

He's using 5w30 because 0w20 on a turbocharged boxer motor is a stupid move by Subaru to improve fuel economy, pure and simple.

Nope, 4.5 flat. Don't speak out unless you're correct.

I don't see a reason to reward Nissan for fixing their design when they should've engineered it properly from the start. You never hear of Honda or Toyota CVTs failing as often as Nissans.

Is that supposed to be a relief for me? It sure doesnt mean jack for anybody who's CVT failed outside of warranty.

My '15 Sentra blew the CVT at 27k miles, and then again at 58k.

I would never avoid the opportunity when it comes to diesels and their massive filters

It's not short-tripping, Hyundai/Kia motors are notoriously bad at fuel dilution

5w40 is too thick for that engine

Spoken like someone who hasn't ever worked on tires, good to know. Probably the same lazy person who expects a tech to dig through their trash-infested car for a wheel lock. Get over yourself.

Description from LM's site: "Maintains and regenerates rubber and plastic seals in the engine oil circuit of gas and diesel engines. Oil consumption due to aged and hardened valve stem seals is reduced. No more blue exhaust smoke, improved emissions. External leaks are minimized or even...

High mileage 0w-40 doesn't exist, unless you want to homebrew it (say for example, 5 qts M1 0w40 and a bottle of Liquimoly oil saver)

Havoline Pro-DS. Gets the job done and has the amount needed for max capacity (dipstick reads short on the VQ40 if you put in less than 6 qts) Do 5w30 for winter time, switch to 0w40 for summer