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    Which vehicles are using K&N air filters as OEM fitted at the factory

    Hi please provide details of any vehicles using K&N air filters either cone or panel type that are or were fitted as part of original equipment manufacture (OEM) from the factory. Thanks VO
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    K&N kn33-2950 panel filter - PDF of flow and filtration efficiency

    Installation PDF Air Filter Test Data Hi The attached link above is the kn33-2950 panel filter - PDF of flow aand filtration efficiency of 98.88% based on the ISO 5011 test. This filter is a for Ford Falcon XR6 - 4L inline 6 gas engine. Any one using this with feedback ?. VO
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    Castrol 10w-30 vs Mobil 15w-40

    Hi Been a long since last post Help choose an oil between the Castrol Magnatec Stop-Start 10W-30 or Mobil Super™ Everyday Protection 15W-40 below. Vehicle Holden commodore 3800 V6. Over 250000 kms City driving, trips vary between 10 t0 20km trips Climate 3 to 25 deg C winter I am leaning...
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    Shell Helix Ultra 5w-40 - Data Sheet

    Hi Just checking the spec's for the Shell Helix Ultra 5w-40 and it cannot getting much closer to being a thick 5w-30. 100 deg CSt = 12.76 http://www.shell-livedocs.com/data/published/en-AU/f89e48cf-5ecb-4f51-86e7-668058478b4d.pdf
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    Acdelco Dexos 2 - 5W-40

    Hi I propose to try the full synthetic long life ACDelco Dexos 2approved - 5W-40 in a GM Holden commodore with the L36 Buick V6 3800 litre 2000 equivalent engine. Driving mainly city with some freeway keeping to the speed limits. No spirited driving flogging the death out of the engine. As...
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    Nulon Oils - 10w-40 Group 3 Full Syn

    Hi Will be trying the Nulon Oil - 10w-40 Group 3 Full Syn next OCI https://www.nulon.com.au/products/full-s...wing-engine-oil Currently on sale at Supercheap $44 approx for 6L. I called the Nulon Tech line and was assured that there are NO PTFEs in this only the Moly DTC. Any Nulon users here ?
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    Redline 5w-30 & 5w-40 OEM appd Group 3 & 4 oils

    Hi Not sure if these links to Redline 5w-30 and 5w-40 oila now with OEM approvals below have been posted before as I have been off this site for some time. FULL SYNTHETIC -- OEM-required Group III/Group IV PAO Base Stocks Low volatility for reduced oil consumption Long-life certification for...
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    Top Tier Fuels and Tailpipe deposits

    Hi Has anyone noticed any difference between top tier fuel brands regarding tailpipe deposits in day to day driving. For example BP Ultimate v Shell VPower v Catltex etc. are there any which are darker or more prevalent. I guess I am after which one leaves the least amount soot left behind...
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    OEM Thermostat small hole to assist air release

    Hi I bought an aftermarket OEM equivalent thermostat ie 195 deg F that came with a small hole to release trapped air in cooling system and installed it worked very well. I have since replaced it with an OEM and did not keep the old one. I am considering drilling a 1/16 inch hole (0.8mm)...
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    LubriMaxx POWERSYN 5W-30 Fully Synthetic - OZ

    http://www.lubrimaxx.com/resource/datasheet/203.PDF http://165.228.38.118/resource/safetysheet/203.pdf Lubrixmaxx Austalian owned company. Made in Australia and Malaysia Anyone using this. Not sure of cost. Full Syn Group 3 ?? Says it meets or exceeds the following specifications. No...
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    Mobil Super 3000 X2 - BMW Longlife-01

    http://pds.mobil.com/Australia-English/Lubes/PDS/GLXXENPVLMOMobil_Super_3000_X2_5W-40.aspx Mobil oil with BMW Longlife-01 approval Date of PDS 5-2016 Mobil Oil Australia Pty Ltd
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    Ryco Syntec Filters in OZ

    Hi Any one using the filters 98.5% filtration for 15000km http://www.rycofilters.com.au/library/syntec/gud1362anz_syntec_anz_sales_flyer_v2.pdf Sorry I didnt it has already been covered I was unable to delete it.
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    Shell Friction Modified Technology in VPower

    Hi Shell Friction Modified Technology in VPower any special advantage over the friction additives used in BP or Caltex or Others. Or is it and just marketing hype for the unlearned ?
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    Why are Shell GTL oils only Group 3

    http://gasprocessingnews.com/features/20...atural-gas.aspx Hi I am trying to get a better understanding of Shell GTL oils why are these considered only Group 3 even after all the vacuum distillation etc treatment. I endeavored to read the link above which goes thru the conversion process from...
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    Penrite ENVIRO+ 0W-16 (Full Syn) soon

    Hi Penrite are about to release their version of the 0W-16 see product data below. For your info. I will not be using it. The timing of release not mentioned. The PDF states it is proposed to be used in vehicles designed for this viscosity only...
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    Shell Helix HX8 5w-30

    Hi Any one tried the Shell Helix HX8 5w-30 below is the link to Technical Data Sheet TDS highlight link then right click http://www.epc.shell.com/docs/GPCDOC_GTDS_Shell_Helix_HX8_Synthetic_5W-30_%28SN_CF_A3_B4_MB229.3%29_%28en%29_TDS.pdf 100 deg C 11.93 cSt 40 deg C 71.69 cSt VI 163 MRV at...
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    New Penrite 0w-40 fill PAO + ESTER oil

    http://www.penriteoil.com.au/pis_pdfs/10%20TENTHS%20PREMIUM%200%20SEPTEMBER%202014.pdf Hi New Penrite 0w-40 fill PAO + ESTER oil released. According to MSDS it was released 5 September 2014. Not sure if it is the same as the Repco branded 0w-40. Below is a copy paste from the Product Data...
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    Shell Helix Ultra 0w-20 in Australia

    Hi I found the Shell Helix Ultra 0w-20 at my local Repco store at $80 AUD for 5L today. http://www.shell.com/global/products-ser...ra-sn-0w20.html The container stated it was made in Hong Kong. Finally got here. I won't be using it as non of my vehicles call for that grade. Could the first...
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    Penrite 5w-40 Diesel 5 semi-syn - tail pipe

    Hi Currently running the 5w-40 Penrite Diesel 5 (see product data below) in my Holden 3800 V6 engine (petrol) the exhaust appears to be slightly darker in black deposits than when I was running the 5w-40 Penrite Everyday semi-syn. The fuel I use is the premium, 98 Ron, unleaded it has 50ppm...
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    Penrite 5w-40 semi synthetic

    Hi I am currently using Everyday Plus Penrite 5w-40 semi synthetic blend in my 2003 Holden V6 3800 (Buick) petrol engine, see product data sheet below. http://www.penriteoil.com.au/pis_pdfs/1EVERYDAY%20PLUS%205W-40%20SEPTEMBER%202013.pdf I have since come across another Penrite 5w-40 HPR...
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