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Originally Posted By: bluesubie Yes, I'm aware that the use of synthetic is not required prior to MY2011 which is why I said recommendation. Although, the oil guidelines were not written with engine modificatiions in mind. Good luck to your brother. -Dennis I can see your sarcasm Dennis. I...

The dealership no longer offers "free oil changes for life" with the purchase of a new car. They have grandfathered it to existing owners/family only. While my brother still receives them, I think Ive convinced him to switch to a better quality oil. Hes a Journeyman Truck Transport Diesel...

Originally Posted By: bluesubie So Subaru Canada hasn't followed SoA's recommendation of synthetic for all turbo's? I'm really surprised that you're running 5W-30 mineral oil in a modified Legacy GT. The last uoa looks like a 40 grade oil was used. I doubt that an oil that sheared to a 20...

yeah its the 243hp hp motor that the wrx had before they went to the 265hp version

Originally Posted By: sxg6 I've been giving WPB some input over at the subaru forums on this oil, and I'm interested to hear what you guys have to say about this report. I think the sodium is just an additive, since the levels are almost the same in both reports, potassium levels are virtually...

Physical State: Liquid Specific gravity: not available Viscosity: 10.80 cSt at 100 deg C Vapour Density: not available Boiling Point: 290 to 615 deg C Evaporation rate: Solubility in water: negligible Freezing/Pour Point: -30 deg C ASTM D97 Odour Threshold: not available Vapour Pressure...

2008 Subaru Legacy Spec B 2.5 liter turbo boxer 93,000kms Stage 2 since 30,000km -aftermarket turbo back exhaust and computer reflash, higher boost K&N Panel filter, stock airbox OCI's ~5000-6000km (recommend 6000kms from factory) Oil Esso (mobil) Protec Extra 5W-30 and Subaru genuine oil...