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    Anyone know of someone successfully filing an oil warranty claim with Mobil 1, Pennzoil, et al.?

    There was a small side discussion in another thread about oil warranties. Made me curious if anyone has successfully or knows of someone who successfully filed a claim with Mobil 1, Pennzoil, et al.? Taking a look at the Mobil 1 warranty fine print, it doesn't seem too stringent, except...
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    Toyota Denso 90915-YZZD3 C&P - 2100 miles

    Glad I went with the 6 month OCI on this one due to severe service. It's difficult to get it to show up in the photos, but there was a lot of silt and grime in the filter. A few larger chunks, but mostly fine sand-like grains of carbon. VRP 5W-30 out and back in. Another D3 filter back on...
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    Fram Synthetic Endurance C&P - 4500 mi

    Valvoline Restore and Protect 0W-20 came out and went back in (never again--30 weight next time). I detail driving habits and oil change history in this thread. I couldn't get the media out. Not sure how you guys do it so well. I couldn't find any debris in it, unlike in my...
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    Confessions of a recovering thickie - what happened??

    What happened to this thread?? I’m getting a 404 error now. There were some real gems of posts in there.
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    Current relevance of time-based OCIs for low mileage drivers

    I've been planning to do 6 month OCIs for the vehicles I maintain. I doubt we'll ever hit 5000 miles before that. Part of this is because that's the advice and recommendation I've received. And part of this is because I don't want to end up doing oil changes in late January when I might hit 5000...
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    Best / cheapest oil filter cutting tool?

    I saw someone refer to the best place to buy oil filter cutters. I can't find the post now. Maybe it was eBay? Looks like there are a few options on Amazon for only $17. I've got a few oil changes coming up on VRP, and I'm curious what I might find in the filters. What is everyone buying these days?
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    Outside of extended OCIs with ideal usage (all highway), what is the use case for boutique oils?

    I've read a lot here, and I'm just seeking to understand, outside of wanting a long drain interval and using the engine in an ideal manner (no short trips, all highway), what is the use case for boutiques? I can see if you drive 20,000 miles a year, and you're not short tripping in the winter...
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    Best lubricant for squeaky wheelbarrow wheel axle

    I was about to buy a new wheelbarrow when an older neighbor offered to let me have his if I could fix it up. It had been left outside for years. The tire was flat, and the tube had a split in it. I took it apart, got that all fixed up, and put it back together, only to find that it is...
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    Are there any studies or data to suggest one Top Tier fuel is better than another?

    I'm trying to search the forums and can't find any suggestions that this is the case. I'm lucky that most stations in my area are Top Tier. But I also have access to Costco, about 10-12 minutes away. I'm wondering if it's better to go to a Chevron vs Sinclair vs Costco. Just wondering if anyone...
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    Differential fluid recommendation for Toyota and Nissan

    I describe the usage in more detail in this thread but briefly: First gen Toyota Tundra: Manual recommends 75W-90 GL-5 in front and transfer case. Rear recommendation is 75W-140. I use 4WD monthly per manual recommendations and also do some light offroading in 4WD. Review of my last service...
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    Help with recommendation for motor oil for Toyota and Nissan daily drivers

    I do the maintenance on two cars, a first gen Toyota Tundra (V6 5VZ-FE) and a second gen Nissan Rogue with the 2.5 L QR25DE engine. I've really tried to read here and watch a lot of Youtube (LSJ, Car Care Nut) and get recommendations from a trusted friend with a lot of experience, and honestly I...
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    Cheapest way to order Amsoil products?

    What's the best way to order Amsoil products? I feel like I've read on BITOG that you can order through a site sponsor and get ~20% off. Of course there is always just buying online and getting it shipped (and having to pay for shipping) or buying through a local affiliate, but probably paying...
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    MTF recommendation for 2002 VW Jetta 1.8T?

    Hi guys, I'd like to get a good recommendation for a manual transmission fluid for my 2002 VW Jetta 1.8T. I have 100,000 miles on it. I've done my homework and read what's available on here for my car. There is no good consensus. Amsoil recommends their 75W-90 GL-4. Some people really like the...
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    ATF Recommendation for 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5L

    My wife drives a 2002 Subaru Outback (4 cylinder, base model). We are approaching 80,000 miles and it's almost 10 years old. I don't believe it's ever had the ATF changed. What should I replace it with? What do you guys recommend?
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    Can you mix viscosities of oil?

    I have a leftover quart of Mobil 1 5W-30. I'd like to switch over to a 0W-30 or -40 for the next OC for better cold performance. Mobil 1 gallon jugs are on sale for $19.99. The Subaru takes 4.2 quarts. Can I put in 4 quarts of 0W-xx and top off the remaining 200 mL with the extra quart of Mobil 1?
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    Oil recommendation for 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5L

    Hi guys, I need an oil recommendation for the wife's 2002 Subaru Outback 4-cylinder 2.5L. - Owner's manual says 5W-30 recommended, API SL or SJ. - It has had Quaker State 5W-30 run in it since it came from the dealer. It's been changed regularly every 3000 miles. Now that I'm taking over...
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