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    Oil recommendations for Toyota 4.7L V8?

    Just yesterday, I bought a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser with the 4.7 V8 and 130K on the odometer. The vehicle looks new, and I am getting ready to change the oil since the dealer said they had not. My first thought is Pennzoil Platinum for its cleaning ability, but is the engine too old for a switch...
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    No Mobil 1 filter available

    About a month ago, the Mobil 1 website recommended an M1-108 oil filter for my 2011 Subaru Outback, I just checked again, and it only lists Fram Filters, no M! filters anywhere. The new blue Subaru filters are junk, now what do I do????
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    5w-40 in a Subaru Outback

    I have 6 quarts of redline 5w-40 oil from a previous Audi I used to own. I now own a 2011 Subaru Outback which specifies 5w-30 oil, but hate for the redline to go to waste. Thoughts?
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    Ford V10 oil advice

    I just bought a smallish RV with a Ford V10 under the hood. The oil filler cap states 5w-20 oil is recommended, however this seems pretty thin to me for such a hard working engine. I was thinking of going with Pennzoil Platinum 5w-30, any thoughts on this?
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    2011 Subaru oil recommendation

    Thanks for the great feedback, I appreciate it. No, I am not really old, just feel like it some days. 2) In between two Outbacks, I did own a Tribeca, but never really cared for it and it and sold it after about a year. I just don't know how to change my forum name. I plan to stick with the...
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    2011 Subaru oil recommendation

    My new outback has close to 1000 miles, and I plan to change the oil to get rid of any metal shavings that occurred during break in. In the past, I have been very particular as to what I put in my car, typically Redline but am wondering since there is no turbo to cook the oil, what else can I...
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    Redline Vs. Syntec

    Ok, now I have decided to go redline, and purchased a case of 5w-40 oil through OG Racing for a great price. I shot an email to Redline asking for gear oil recommendation, and to confirm my oil choice. Dave replied, but suggested 5w-30 would be best for my Audi not the required 5w-40. I sent him...
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    Redline Vs. Syntec

    Please excuse my ignorance, but what is RLI? I must have missed something along the way. Also, thanks for the recommendation on a good place to buy the stuff. I emailed Redline and Dave recommended 5w-30 (not sure why) and said wait until I have at least 1500 to 2000 miles before switching to...
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    Redline Vs. Syntec

    I emailed the dealership before I drop big bucks on oil I could not use. They said "You should be ok, the advisor said that the redline oil Is fine, as long as its full synthetic." I will save this email just in case and proceed with my plan.
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    Redline Vs. Syntec

    Thanks for the info. I am not surprised about the Castrol recommendation on the oil filler cap being just marketing. The dealership seemed unaware of the requirement when I asked what type of Castrol they use, and what I should use to top it off during engine break in. I have been topping it off...
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    Redline Vs. Syntec

    It is time to perform the 1000 mile oil change on my Audi A4 which came from the factory with a Castrol synthetic, which I am assuming is Syntec. I have never been a fan of Syntec, and am considering switching to Redline 5w-40, which I have used in the past. I want to help the engine remain...
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    Recommendation For 2010 Audi A4 2.0

    It is a "rare" 6 speed manual transmission. The dealer said very few are made, and fewer people want to buy them which makes me a little nervous for resale. I have always been a Subaru fan, but after driving my wife's A5, I was instantly sold. Thanks for all the input, I appreciate it!
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    Recommendation For 2010 Audi A4 2.0

    I have just shelled out a staggering amount of money for my dream car and want to make sure we have a long and happy relation. I am thinking of changing the oil at 1000 miles and again at the regular service interval. I would like to use redline oil to help avoid cooking the turbo bearings...
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    Calling On Subaru Owners Please?

    I believe so much in Subaru's, I bought stock in the company! I currently own a 08 Tribeca, but have owned several Outback models. My daughter just sold her 91 Subaru with 325,000 miles on the odometer and it was STILL running well, she just wanted a new one.
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    2009 Subaru Forester / new / best oil & filter ?

    Does the same pressure requirements apply to the Subaru 3.6L engine? I have been using mobil 1 filters for the last 2 oil changes, and sure don't want to ruin such a great engine.
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