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    what is the thickest 10w 30?

    also with the highest noack? thanks
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    what does it all mean? and what should matter?

    Castrol GTX GTX HM 5w-30 10w-30 5w-30 10w-30 vis@100c 10.8 10.6 12.0 12.1 vis@210sus 62.1 61.4 66.4 66.8 low temp 6600@ 7000@ 6600@ 7000@ crank vis -30 -25 -30 -25 low temp 40000@ 50000@ 60000@ 60000@ pump vis -35 -30 -30 -30 so the questions remain,,, what is the difference between these...
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    what does it all mean? and what should matter?

    just for giggles I went to castrols website to compare their GTX Conv. and the GTX HM. looking at the charts between these FIVE grades what do these numbers between the TWO oils really mean. What would be best for a summer or winter use? or a high milegae vs lower mileage engine. Do they all...
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    best stuff for plastic molding on exterior

    I just tried Meguiars ultimate Protectant, was on sale at AAP. anyway, worked very well, looks great, darkened the trim up to new look and not sticky or too shiny,,will see how long it lasts.
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    Which Synthetic for 3800 Series II?

    PP, QS, Kendall, Mobil 1, whatever is the cheapest, all are very good.
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    Toyota T-IV, 25,000 miles, 2006 Camry U250E trans

    I would go with a proven WINNER.. valvoline MaxLife DEX/MERC ATF contains a blend of superior base oils and a unique additive package to help extend the life of transmissions with over 75,000 miles. It is formulated to maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and improve and...
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    Toyota coolant any good? Alternatives?

    From my understanding ALL Toyota Matrix/Pontiac Vibes come off the exact same assembly line. They are ALL filled with Toyota PINK. I have never seen one filled with orange DEXCOOL. Unless it was done after at a Pontiac dealership. I have 2008 Vibe and it is bright PINK coolant. I also own an 06...
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    98 Park Avenue with mild oil consumption

    Oh I also forgot to tell , that the dealer said to use 10w-30 instead of 5w-30, and they put in wolfs head 10w-30, I posted a UOA of it, during that time the car used about 12oz between oil changes, over the winter mainly short trip city driving, since then I switched to 10w-30 QS full Syn, and...
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    98 Park Avenue with mild oil consumption

    bulletin on this for oil consumpution.#2034062 Some customers may comment of excessive oil consumption on the 3800 Series III engines. An engine that has excessive oil consumption uses 0.9L (1 qt) of oil or more within 3,200 km (2,000 mi). This condition may be caused by the retaining ring on...
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    98 Park Avenue with mild oil consumption

    I own a 06 lucerne with only 21,000 miles. I just had an authorized buick repair shop near me, get the ok to do some warranty work on the car, which the reason is due to oil usage. it started using a qt every 1200-1500 miles, and I found out about a silent recall for lack of a better word...
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    98 Park Avenue with mild oil consumption

    what engine did you replace it with and what year is the engine?
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    Coffee - what are you using and why?

    Eight O' Clock red bag...excellent coffee
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    best stuff for plastic molding on exterior

    I am interested in stuff for GREY trim and GREY bumpers., thanks guys.
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    a/c in 97 geo

    I cannot remember what the pressure was...maybe my brother remembers...also the temp was aroung 80ish
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    Wolfs Head 10w-30 2300 miles 6 months Lucerne 3.8L

    why would a group III base not be a good idea on an engine that is by passing oil? As Arco suggests?
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    a/c in 97 geo

    just to let everyone know who helped out, the car took 12oz exactly of plain ole 134a from target, 7.37cents. I just hooked it up to the low side and watched the sight glass , when the bubbles stopped , so did I, but the can was just starting to get warm at that point and it had used all 120z of...
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    best stuff for plastic molding on exterior

    have a 08 vibe and lots of body parts are the grey plastic , especially on the door bottoms. what is the best stuff to keep the bumpers and other plastic molding looking good?
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    What is the real difference between these 10w-30's

    What is the real difference between these 10w-30 motor oils? Rotella T5 syn blend 10w-30 VS 10w-30 passenger vehicle motor oil's dino and syn blend. I guess I'm asking can you use the Rotella T5 Syn Blend 10w-30 as you would any other 10w-30 oil that is supposed to be for passenger car use...
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