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    The most expensive quart of oil ever seen..$113.88

    Wow, I guess the Purol Synthetic I use is considered cheap now, lol
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    "Shop Fees"

    Someone already pointed out but for years now, the BAR in State of CA does not allow "shop fee" on invoicing. You have to specify the actual item being charged (ex. cleaner, grease, clamps, etc) Shop rags are a "shop supply", so simply write it off on your taxes. I get the whole "additional...
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    The end for Clarkson / Top Gear?

    He'll be back... the article is only creating more exposure for the show anyways. Ratings anyone?
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    Purol Synthetic 10w40 - 2.5L Turbo, 5k svc /30k m

    Less than 1k miles away from doing another UOA running Purol Synthetic 10w40 on my Subie; this time, at a first time extended 7,500 mile interval from my usual 5k. I checked the oil last night and it read 1/4 qt low, but letting run without adding. Oil was still transparent, brown tone; not...
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    '14 Subaru WRX | PU 5W30 | 7,500mi change

    I'm running Purol on 13' WRX, got a 30k UOA posted but most argue price of oil. I would also consider Motul or Royal Purple for lower price. Read: Includes Oil changes btw... http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0138-auto-warranties-routine-maintenance I've worked for dealers and independent...
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    Flashback. Cars u had in high school.

    In High School, a '75 Mustang II that my dad was about to junk cause the engine threw a rod. I purchased a whole new 302 cid long block from a performance shop. Did some head work, had the c4 trans rebuilt with high stall converter and slapped some 3.73 gears on the 8" rear end. We used to go...
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Originally Posted By: deven ^^Yes its called corporate mumbo jumbo..
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Originally Posted By: deven Motul paid Subaru for their product placement on the car. Hmm, its a partnership. It didn’t take long for SUBARU to nominate MOTUL as the ideal candidate partner. MOTUL is indeed supplying its products for use in SUBARU’s motorsports programmes and established...
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Subaru STI team choose Motul for their Nurburgring beast. Love this car!
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Originally Posted By: HTSS_TR Exxon/Mobil is a very large corporation with multimillion dollars in R&D each year, they have the most market share in synthetic oil in US and they want to be in that position forever. To be the top selling synthetic oil in US they spend very large sum to keep it as...
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Originally Posted By: buster Why so much ZDP? I honestly couldn't answer that straight, but would guesspect that its what the additive formulation requires to meet their goals.
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Couldn't edit original post so just adding here:
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    Best proven oil for subaru STI?

    Originally Posted By: MrWideTires So yesterday I ordered my 2015 wrx sti... it should be here first thing March. I plan on keeping it stock and being fastidious with maintenance. I want to aim for 4000 mile oil changes, it will be daily driven. What has been proven to be the best oil for these...
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Originally Posted By: LotI So if I send an email to sales@purol will you reply directly to me? LOL, nope. They have posted my car on their social media though. I own and operate an income tax office. Restoring & modifying cars has always been my hobby. Originally Posted By: bvance554 Can't...
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Originally Posted By: jdavis What's the price like compared to M1 0w-40 at Walmart for $23-26 a jug? I buy it for $15qt., so a bit more at $75 for 5 qts. compared to $25 jug of M1 - much difference in both oils though. I use M1 10w30 on my Nissan Pathfinder with 180k+ miles.
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    Purol Synthetic Oil - Anyone else?

    Wondering if there are any other users besides myself in here using this oil? I've ran it for a while now and got an oil analysis done by Blackstone recently. I'm seeing great results on my Subaru 2.5L turbo that sees hard use. I'm running 10w40 on my engine. I've been in the auto industry for...
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    Lets see the cars!!!!

    My 2013 Subaru WRX
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    New 2015 WRX, new oil?

    Congrats on the 15' WRX! Sweet car... I have a 13' though the '15 STI is so tempting right now as an upgrade Most Subie owners are running Motul, Amsoil, Royal Purple, and Rotella... I run Purol. Haven't seen the data sheet on Redline myself yet but I would advise you do some research on...
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    Is there such a thing as a simple car anymore

    Can't get any more basic than a Tesla; it's like driving a giant R/C car... Simple, basic, economy... Toyota Yaris 3dr L for $15k
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    Purol Synthetic 10w40 - 2.5L Turbo, 5k svc /30k m

    Originally Posted By: wemay One main reason a race oil isn't recommended for the street is a low TBN retention. This oil has tons of life left. I wouldnt consider it strictly a "race oil". Great UOA and... Good point and thanks for the welcome! I'll soon be posting an extended, high mileage...
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