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My cars manual says 0w30 SN-plus. I use 5w30 or 0w30 depending on if I do the oil change or I take it to the dealer for regular maintenance. Contract-wise I am not 100 sure that anything other than what manual says is ok, but mechanically it should be totally fine to use xW-30 SN+/SP as kachachn...

Haven't heard about these but I have a set of Westlake tiers on my CRV and they seem to do just fine, specially on a secondary vehicle. FWIW, the seller told me those are "two year" tiers.

I haven't heard any updates or corrections made to this engine. I personally would stay away from this 1.5T if I wanted to keep the car beyond warranty period. Their hybrid powertrain for Accords seems to be more reliable.

You can watch this Honda/Acura tech youtube channel

TGDI: At first, replace at 80,000 miles (130,000 km) or 10 years. After that, replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 24 months. It's interesting how the interval drops after the first change.

Hello folks, Here is the coolant analysis for my 2022 Santa Fe. I see if I can get time to contact them to provide details on the coolant brand/sku. Nevertheless, it seems the car needs new coolant after just two years. I don't know the history of the coolant service but I don't expect anyone...

Hello folks, Here is the used oil analysis for HPL NoVII PCMO 5w30 in a Hyundai's new smart stream 2.5T engine. Ended up changing the oil along with transmission 56K mi recommended service, but the used oil analysis shows the engine has plenty of life left. Here are my observations: No change...

I agree with you, practically, those who do not have access to high quality fuel might use UCL as a substitute. I am eager to see if he finally compares good gas vs avg gas vs avg gas plus some off the shelf additive.

As folk mentioned, its an oil from HPL which does not have viscosity index modifiers, thus it does not loose viscosity temporarily or permanently. Also their oils has high cleaning characteristics which should help keep turbo clean from oil deposits

I have used Techron (20oz) and HSS gasoline extremes with immediate success before end of the first tank!

My 2014 CRV had TC shudder at 70k. 3x drain and refill fixed it.

Hi folks, Recently saw this coolant test strips recommended by car care nut https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0753MZT7P/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 So, one of the two tests is PH test. I wanted to see is there any issue with using digital PH meters for coolant? Any reason...

Good advice! After 14 years, let's not take any chances with mixing additives.

I wonder if anyone has tried gas detectors like this https://a.aliexpress.com/_mLV8UXQ which might help measure the HC level before taking it to multiple tests

I have Import Direct on my CRV for about a year, has like 5 year warranty

He showed a slide that had ionic liquids mentioned. Thats an interesting additive (if used) thats unknown to the typical DIYer here and probably isnt shown right in the current UOA. these might be the key to the new 0W-8/12 engine oil performance.

I'm also in a similar situation with my first turbocharged car (a Hyundai). I chose HPL NO VII to clean out the deposits in the rings and turbo. At least for the first couple OCIs on a used car I think it's an excellent idea to clean the engine and turbo.

Checked it, looks good. Thank you!

Could you please add this one as well? HPL No VII PCMO 5w30 https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/hpl-no-vii-pcmo-5w30-voa.380636/#post-6828693

Might be sunlight shining on the sensor, if that happens