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    2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5S 36.3k mi; Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 9.8k mi

    VOA means virgin oil analysis, or unused oil testing
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    2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5S 36.3k mi; Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 9.8k mi

    Mobil 1 is not the only oil one market, there are other brands too, I see there are a lot of Mobil fan boys here, think outside of the box and try other oils, many can and are even better depending on the application and needs for your vehicle.
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    Used motor oil on a tree stump

    drill some holes in the stump, and pour in this stuff called stump rot, or I have heard some drain cleaner crystals work too.
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    Balsa Airplane Models

    you are never too old to have constructive fun; I have been known to haul out the old Erector Set and build something.
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    Societal addiction to phones

    I personally despise the cell phone/android electronic devises,dont even have one or ever see them in my future, people (I call them lightbulb heads) are totally addicted to them like a baby with a pacifier, just wait for a EMP attack and nothing will work, then we will be observing total anarchy.
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    Sthil MS-172 CE chain saw

    Just for a up date, got a Sthil MS 182,cb-e saw,,,thanks all for the input.
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    One grease for boat trailer and motorcycle trailer wheel bearings?

    Mystik JT-6 in the green tube is a form of calcium grease thickener, good water resistance, will work fine in your trailer wheel bearings.
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    What's in your grease gun???

    that's actually a pretty good grease to consider, seems like its available at many places.
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    Sthil MS-172 CE chain saw

    I am considering purchasing a Sthil ms-172 ce chain saw, does anyone have any input with this smaller chain saw or similar size , looking for a $250 dollar or less home type saw,14-16 bar.
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    Royal Purple...how does it compare?

    never seen this purple coating on internals,,likely some other condition caused this or just a farce, people slamming Royal Purple oil.
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    Royal Purple...how does it compare?

    in my experiences with (pcmo) Royal Purple is positive, and yes, it is a good oil, only way I would use it is when it is on sale, though Amsoil is a much better choice even over Mobil 1 which I think is just ok. the RP high performance street (HPS) oil is one of the best oils out there, most...
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    Leaf spring lubricant

    had a 1985 toyota 4X4 and it squeeked ,sprayed down the nylon pads between the leaf springs and end bushings with pentro-90, lasted quite a while.
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    5w-30 Synthetic High Mileage Oil questions

    look at Valvoline EP high milage 5w-30 may work well for you. a higher cst may not always help, ( consider the add pac ). use a oil that is properly formulated for higher milage engines.
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    Pick My Oil

    why not bump it up to Valvoline EP? only 5-6 dollars more? at Walmart,,,,though both oils you like are goods,,,or flip a coin. good filtration is a thing to consider.
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    Schaeffers 5w-40 synthetic?

    actually, Schaeffer's engine oil is one of the favorites in the otr truckers from what I hear from a friend that's into trucking.
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    Best 5W-40 or 0W-40 For DI Noise?

    Royal Purple 5w-30 ran nice and quiet in my previous vehicle, 1.4 eco tec engine plus it improved the gas mileage. tried Mobil 1 and it was noticeably noisily and seemed to get louder as it sheared down.
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    Summer... 5W-30 ; What grade for extreme Manitoba cold? Old Car

    0w-30 ss Amsoil would be a good choice. and Fram ultra filter.
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    Why is M1 grease so messy?

    we used Mobil 1 grease at work for a while, well to make a long story short and a few bearings, we went with Schaeffers #274 and all was well. and some Mystik jt-6 semi-synthetic (blue color), which is a impressive grease.
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