Recent content by zuluplus30

So a Gen 2+ DEXOS (I’m referring specifically to the NOACK values) rated synthetic can’t survive 5k miles in a run-of-the mill 175hp 2.5L flat 4 with oil temps between 215-230 without coking up rings in 65k? If not, then we’re all screwed.

Am I the only one scratching my head over this? The OP had undoubtedly used top shelf API SN or greater synthetic oils for 110k leading up to the VR&P test phase, 2 of which oils are renowned for their cleaning abilities (M1 and SS). The intervals used were shorter than factory recommendations...

Can’t confirm but someone said they have solid bars that divide 31C from the 4/22s for this reason. Doesn’t look like normal taxiway hold shorts though. FWIW, they routinely taxi from the GA ramp via 4R in this configuration. It de-conflicts taxiway Y with the terminal ramp so I’ve been told.

I am assuming a combined flight time between CA and FO, but yes I agree.

Just for clarification, it was a Challenger 350. N560FX operated by FlexJet. The initial rumor is the FlexJet crew fumbled the taxi and crossing instructions and had to be corrected by ground controller. Taxing to 22L via 4R, told to cross 31L and hold short 31C. Kept moving as they approached...

I explained to my wife this highlights why when I put her on an airplane, I am extremely particular about who, what, when, and where. This is what 15,000+ combined flight hours in the cockpit gets you. The SWA pilots were on the ball long before the tower controller (and likely ASDE-X) alerted...

When they say “losing one” they mean having a fatal crash while on your frequency or under your jurisdiction. It’s an unfortunate reality of the job.

Shift work and stress would be guess. We do a reverse 2-2-1 schedule which maximizes time off but quite literally minimizes lifespan.

Age 31 limit is because of age 56 mandatory retirement. Allows for 25 years of service for retirement purposes Very few people make it to 56. There are some spectacular controllers at that age, but most are on the downhill side of control judgement and decision making skills. And the medical...

I used to fog, but now I mix up 40-50:1 gas with Stabil and plumb it into the fuel line. Idle for 10ish minutes. Way easier than pulling the plugs and fogging

Thanks for this. I just bought a TRD Sport. UOA looks fine; my only comment is there’s NO way this engine will make the 10K intervals that Toyota calls for. Reaffirms my decision to stay at 5k OCIs

Not uncommon to have varnished up J35s especially with longer intervals. One bank runs notably hotter than the other in VCM configuration. I personally prefer 5k or less intervals. My recommendation would be to change the PCV, then short intervals to clean it up. My son’s 2010 Accord looked the...

I’ve got probably 300k on various GM platforms all using almost exclusively Amsoil SVG 75w90, including my current ‘17 1500. The MPG difference between 75w85 and 75w90 is negligible at best. The G80 locker needs no friction additive, but any off the shelf lube that contains it works fine.

In addition to all the previous commenters, look at how rough the seas are. This was not a light wind day, so I’m not surprised to see him jockeying the throttles.

I’ve always wondered when we get the “we may have a medical emergency” call then 5-10 minutes goes by with no further info.