The Pennzoil High Mileage on my shelf has the API SM designation and says it meets GF-5 requirements. Frankly, I'm not sold that it deserves a premium over Pennzoil conventional.
A theory on "high mileage" oils.
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Originally Posted By: jorton
Advance has better filters than Auto Zone has.
Autozone sells Bosch, M1, K&N, Motorcraft,and RP filters, all high quality filters.
Advance has better filters than Auto Zone has.
Autozone sells Bosch, M1, K&N, Motorcraft,and RP filters, all high quality filters.
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Originally Posted By: Scott88
^ Almost all High Mileage oils don't have the API starburst... It's still an oil, and the API donut should still be there. The High Mileage oils are thicker so they do not meet certain API fuel economy requirements.
"Energy Conserving" is the term you'll see.
I'm talking about the API Donut, not the energey conserving starburst. Previously the Quaker State High Mileage oil did not have the API Donut.
This specifically had to do with the placement of "Slick 50" on the label.
Not sure about Quaker State High Mileage, but Maxlife has the API donut on the back...no starburst.
Originally Posted By: Scott88
^ Almost all High Mileage oils don't have the API starburst... It's still an oil, and the API donut should still be there. The High Mileage oils are thicker so they do not meet certain API fuel economy requirements.
"Energy Conserving" is the term you'll see.
I'm talking about the API Donut, not the energey conserving starburst. Previously the Quaker State High Mileage oil did not have the API Donut.
This specifically had to do with the placement of "Slick 50" on the label.
Not sure about Quaker State High Mileage, but Maxlife has the API donut on the back...no starburst.
Originally Posted By: j_mac
I'm just asking questions and making assumtions. The reason I'm here is to find answers from people who "know" oil.
My goal is to figure out what 5w-20 oil is the best oil available to run in my new Hyundai Accent. The idea is to make this thing last me as long as possible because with infation out of control and my pay staying the same I cant afford to be wasting any money on anything I can avoid buying.
I've already had to make a decision. I used Quaker State 5w-20 green bottle because Hyundai "recommends" it (oh how I hate being under that gun) and because of QS's 300,000mi gimmick. Also, the consensus I got when I asked here what is the best conventional SN 5w-20 was that "all API certified SN oils perform the same."
...so I just went and grabbed a jug of the green stuff because the only other thing going in my favor was bolstering a future warranty claim and maybe getting something under the 300,000 mile game.
Concerning about the inflation and such etc., im currently in financing class online and its mind blowing easy to understand just about everything. without further ado, I highly recommend that u and every1 else read this 15 bucks book, The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton.
U will understand what the 10% rule solution is and a nifty thing called compound interest. sorry for off post. just had to mention this for ur benefits
I'm just asking questions and making assumtions. The reason I'm here is to find answers from people who "know" oil.
My goal is to figure out what 5w-20 oil is the best oil available to run in my new Hyundai Accent. The idea is to make this thing last me as long as possible because with infation out of control and my pay staying the same I cant afford to be wasting any money on anything I can avoid buying.
I've already had to make a decision. I used Quaker State 5w-20 green bottle because Hyundai "recommends" it (oh how I hate being under that gun) and because of QS's 300,000mi gimmick. Also, the consensus I got when I asked here what is the best conventional SN 5w-20 was that "all API certified SN oils perform the same."
...so I just went and grabbed a jug of the green stuff because the only other thing going in my favor was bolstering a future warranty claim and maybe getting something under the 300,000 mile game.
Concerning about the inflation and such etc., im currently in financing class online and its mind blowing easy to understand just about everything. without further ado, I highly recommend that u and every1 else read this 15 bucks book, The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton.
U will understand what the 10% rule solution is and a nifty thing called compound interest. sorry for off post. just had to mention this for ur benefits
what...doubling a penny everyday for 30 months? i can tell him that right here!
lol sorry
lol sorry
Originally Posted By: jorton
From high mileage oil to economics. Go with your plan to participate in the 300,000 miles guarantee, and run QS red bottle after the car reaches a certain age. Buy your oil when Advance Auto Parts has an oil change special. Advance has better filters than Auto Zone has.
I just purchased a STP oil filter at Auto Zone; it's a cartridge type: $12.99.
That seems high to me.
It's a new 'listing'. Fram and NAPA don't have the application on the shelves yet. '11 Dodge Journey.
From high mileage oil to economics. Go with your plan to participate in the 300,000 miles guarantee, and run QS red bottle after the car reaches a certain age. Buy your oil when Advance Auto Parts has an oil change special. Advance has better filters than Auto Zone has.
I just purchased a STP oil filter at Auto Zone; it's a cartridge type: $12.99.
That seems high to me.
It's a new 'listing'. Fram and NAPA don't have the application on the shelves yet. '11 Dodge Journey.
that's not high, it's insanely expensive, and it's an STP no less.
How about trying the dealer next time for the filter-can't picture it being more than 12.99
How about trying the dealer next time for the filter-can't picture it being more than 12.99
Regardless, Autozone sells a lot better filters around here than AAP, so it may just be the area but all 3 AAPs around here only sell Purolator, STP, Fram and M1
I will NOT use a Fram Filter OR a STP.
AZ sells more but they do not sell Purolator, all depends on who has the better deal at the time, if AZ Has a better deal on Oil+Filter, I usually then buy a Bosch Filter and either Quaker State High Mileage or Pennzoil High Mileage, if AAP has a deal its usually Purolator Classic/Pure One and Quaker State High Mileage or Pennzoil High Mileage, Next oil change though Im thinking of a Pure One or a Distance Plus, or a WIX filter and PP, new place I found an Ind. store sells WIX filters.
I will NOT use a Fram Filter OR a STP.
AZ sells more but they do not sell Purolator, all depends on who has the better deal at the time, if AZ Has a better deal on Oil+Filter, I usually then buy a Bosch Filter and either Quaker State High Mileage or Pennzoil High Mileage, if AAP has a deal its usually Purolator Classic/Pure One and Quaker State High Mileage or Pennzoil High Mileage, Next oil change though Im thinking of a Pure One or a Distance Plus, or a WIX filter and PP, new place I found an Ind. store sells WIX filters.
oh yes and this IND store also sells these WIX filters for 4.99
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