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Originally Posted By: Warstud Your fine....Change it! +1 If changing the fluid causes problems it was on its last leg anyway.

Current Wix equivalent to PL34631 and Fram Ph5 is Wix 51049. The Wix media varies for different filters. Wix 51049 current Beta ratio 2/20=6/20 Which is 50% multipass efficiency at 6 microns And 95% multipass efficiency at 20 microns...

I think Wix are overrated. Wix are well constructed but Pureone has more media and better efficiency than Wix. Here is a comparison of a common size (Fram Ph5 equivalent): WIX 51086 Filter area: 185 sq/in ADBV material: Silicon Average pore size: 35 µm Smallest pore size: 16 µm WIX 51334...

Originally Posted By: Char Baby I certainly believe that the Honda P/S Fluid is the absolute best in this cold tempurature situation. I did notice stiff(er) steering when using the Bardahl/Honda PSF in the very, very cold temps but it wasn't terrable either, even down below 0 deg F. At these...

5W30 PP should be fine but, long term, you might want to research this a bit more. The engine in your vehicle must be a Chrysler 4.0. Chrysler is also calling for the use of 10W30: https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2365887

Originally Posted By: sayjac Never seen Prestone PSF specifically for Honda/Acura until this thread and googled it. Looks like the real deal. I've used Bardahl PSF specifically made for Honda many times. Based on it's advertising, The Prestone PSF for Honda should be fine. The Bardahl PSF...

PYB 5W30 SN nuff said

Originally Posted By: Audios I personally love working on BMWs out of all of the major european brands. We do semi-specialize in them at my shop though. I think they actually think about the technician and how simpler=lower warranty costs. Id actually like to get out of my S4 and into an older...

In an older vehicle I would stick with dexIII or go with a high mileage fluid such as Castrol - if you can find it. http://www.castrol.com/castrol/sectiongenericarticle.do?categoryId=9018758&contentId=7033928

Originally Posted By: Heisenberg LOL. Yeah, there is a wealth of information here. Thanks guys. I'm gonna order a PCV valve I guess. I can change that, right? You just pop it into a hose or something? And I do have to buy it from a dealer or anywhere of OEM quality? I see a lot of places selling...

Originally Posted By: Char Baby Learn about the PCV system in the Avalon's engine, the Toyota 3.0 Liter V6 code# 1MZFE. And also about the automatic tranny and which fluid is proper for it. If your not going to change your own oil/filter, pick a place that you trust and feel good about. +1...

I ran a set 90,000 km about 12 years ago and I was very happy with them. Good in all conditions including snow.

Using a block heater is not a bad idea but you don't need to get too worried about it. I have started my vehicles at -35C (-31F) with dino 5W30 when no block heater plug was available. I kept these vehicles for many years afterwards with no mechanical issues. See the 1994 Accord in my...

Here is an older study claiming an average 1.5% difference in fuel economy between 5W30 and 5W20: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/pdfs/OwnerRelatedFuelEconomyImprovements.pdf This would amount to about 0.5 mpg increased fuel consumption on your Neon.

It would worry me. BMW changed the oil recommendation to 10W60 for these engines and revised the bearing design half way through 2003. http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1026994&highlight=s54+bearings

Originally Posted By: 84zmyfavorite It sounds like it is running a bit lean to me also. The bottom of the carb bowl might have a mixture adjustment screw, turn it so it goes out, or down a half turn and see if that helps. If it helps, keep turning it out until the surging is gone. +1 This...

Could have been a jammed or faulty bypass valve in the filter. Or the wrong model filter was installed with no bypass. This would result in very high pressure in the filter can during a cold start.

Originally Posted By: Danus_ex MAIN OPTIONS Here are the five most cost-effective options I've identified, in order from least to most expensive: 1. 20 L (4x5 L) of Lubro Moly Synthoil Premium 5W-40 (LL-98) from AutohausAZ—$134.88 shipped 2. 20 L (4x5 L) of Total Quartz 9000 Energy 5W-40...

Originally Posted By: JHZR2 Also, when I've flipped my mower up/over, it is always harder to start, and it smokes bad for a while when I start it. Is this because the carb empties or because oil gets in somehow? How is this prevented? Flip it with the carb side up and this will not happen...

The ethylene glycol (C2H6O2) in antifreeze is food for the bacteria in a typical municipal treatment system. They break it down to carbon dioxide and water. The only issue is the small concentrations of metals (aluminum, copper, lead, etc.) that the used antifreeze has picked up.