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    Kia Stinger 5W-30 to 10W-30 Switch & SuperTech vs Mobil 1

    Stock Kia Stinger 3.3L Twin Turbo, has an oil change coming up in about 1,000 miles. For the past 20k miles, I have been using Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic 5W-30 and saw Supertech Full Synthetic was on sale at my local Walmart. I was also contemplating switching to 10W-30 per a Kia Technical...
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    What is up with KIA?

    Are they the problem child of car companies? https://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/kia-acknowledges-gas-tanks-swelling-suddenly-offers-free-fix/2XP6TP7RY5F6DIYMAENMTSRPXA/
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    OEM NGK Iridium Spark Plugs replaced @ 54,000 miles on '16 KIA Forte - How do they look?

    I replaced the OEM plugs as preventative maintenance as my driving falls under severe service. They were a bit difficult to remove from the aluminum head but I gingerly loosened then tightened then loosened until it smoothly loosened out. OEM gap is .039-.044; all the old plugs were at...
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    Hyundai/Kia OEM Filter (26300-35505) No Longer Made By Mann? Quality?

    I recently bought two of these filters from RockAuto and noticed that they aren't made by Mann-Hummel anymore, but now seem to be made in-house by Hyundai instead. Inspecting it raised quality concerns for me, notably the sloppy white lettering, the Hyundai logo poorly stamped on the bypass...
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    2021 Kia Sorento hybrid, Amsoil SS 0W20, 3500km

    Hello, This is UOA of Kia sorento 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid from South Korea. (not my car) Total mileage is 4500 km, oil mileage is 3500 km. 15 minute commute each way (90% city) As a result of checking the stick, the oil has increased significantly. He said the oil smelled strongly of gasoline. They...
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