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One question I have concerning this issue is whether or not the U.S. and Japan play on a level field when it comes to import/export policies. I know that in other industries, agriculture for one, that the import fees Japan imposes on U.S. goods is astronomical, and thereby makes it all but...

Would the two quarts of make up oil significantly throw of the remaining additives in the GC? Seems like it would be hard to make an accurate comparison between the two.

2000 Sable 3.0L 24 valve duratec- Motorcraft 5W-20 2003 Ford Expedition 5.4L - Motorcraft 5W-20

You guys are correct, a typo on my part, it should read 145. A quick question. How important is the flashpoint number in comparison to the wear metals? I would think the wear metals are the most important number, am I correct in saying this?

Al, I guess that would make sense. Unfortunately the sample was taken on cold oil after a short trip as this was the only time I had to get the oil change done.

Ray H, Unfortunately living in the Atlanta region pretty much dictates endless traffic. In my case that includes a great deal of short trips, less than 5 miles, and idling waiting for the never ending traffic.

This is the first UOA I have done on my 2003 Expedition with the 5.4L engine. Oil used was Motorcraft 5W-20, 4928 miles on the oil and 23,343 miles on the truck. I have used the MC oil since new including MC oil filters. Just wanted to see what you guys thought. Miles were 50/50 highway and...

Thanks for the inputs. With regard to the bearings, I have no idea if they are lead-free. I guess its possible.

I forgot to add that I use a motorcraft oil filter as well.

This is my first UOA and wanted to see what you guys thought. The car is a 2000 Sable with the 3.0L, 24 Valve, Duratec engine. The car had 61,397 miles at the time of testing. The oil is Motorcraft 5W-20 which was run for 4,397 miles at time of testing. I drive roughly 80% of the time in...

I just finished waxing my car with NXT. It went on easy and came off very easily, even in the hot sun in Atlanta. It has a great shine so far. Time will tell how durable it is. I used to use Meguiar's Gold Class and was very happy with that however I have a feeling I will like the NXT even...