Kendall semi-syn 5w-20; 5k miles; Tribute 100

[alaskanseminole]

I'm using a K&N Air Filter on both my Pathfinder and Tribute and got similar silicon reports. Is it the area I live in? Should I clean them more often? Is K&N really as good as they say?

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubb...132#Post2961132

2005 Mazda Tribute i (4cyl)
Oil Use Interval: 4,978 mi
Oil: Kendall synthetic blend 5W-20
(just changed to Mobil 1 full syn after collection)

Blackstone Report: Thanks for the notes. We suggest taking a warm sample to avoid any false fuel readings, which we didn't find here. We did find high silicon in this first sample from your Mazda 2.3L engine and that could show some abrasive dirt getting past the air filter or harmless sealers if any repairs were made. Check the air filter/intake system for problems. The viscosity was on target for a 5W/20-grade oil and no fuel, coolant, or water contamination was found. Insolubles read 0.4%, showing good oil filtration. Try around 7,000 miles next and check back to establish wear trends.

ALUMINUM 3 / 4
CHROMIUM 0 / 0
IRON 7 / 11
COPPER 3 / 8
LEAD 0 / 1
TIN 1 / 1
MOLYBDENUM 73 / 80
NICKEL 0 / 0
MANGANESE 0 / 1
SILVER 0 / 0
TITANIUM 88 / 0
POTASSIUM 1 / 2
BORON 53 / 50
SILICON 20 / 7
SODIUM 14 / 34
CALCIUM 2318 / 2231
MAGNESIUM 11 / 77
PHOSPHORUS 666 / 682
ZINC 780 / 813
BARIUM 0 / 0

SUS Viscosity @ 210°F: 54.6 / 46-57
cSt Viscosity @ 100°C: 8.65 / 6.0-9.7
Flashpoint in °F: 370 / >355
Fuel %: ,0.5 / Antifreeze %: 0 / 0
Water %: 0 / Insolubles %: 0.4 / TBN
TAN
ISO Code

 

[ottotheclown]

Amazing oil has both Moly and Titanium what a sleeper oil .Firestone changes it for around $21 with though a e core filter. I gotta see if I can supply my own filter it still would be a deal.
Originally Posted By: alaskanseminole
I'm using a K&N Air Filter on both my Pathfinder and Tribute and got similar silicon reports. Is it the area I live in? Should I clean them more often? Is K&N really as good as they say?

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubb...132#Post2961132

2005 Mazda Tribute i (4cyl)
Oil Use Interval: 4,978 mi
Oil: Kendall synthetic blend 5W-20
(just changed to Mobil 1 full syn after collection)

Blackstone Report: Thanks for the notes. We suggest taking a warm sample to avoid any false fuel readings, which we didn't find here. We did find high silicon in this first sample from your Mazda 2.3L engine and that could show some abrasive dirt getting past the air filter or harmless sealers if any repairs were made. Check the air filter/intake system for problems. The viscosity was on target for a 5W/20-grade oil and no fuel, coolant, or water contamination was found. Insolubles read 0.4%, showing good oil filtration. Try around 7,000 miles next and check back to establish wear trends.

ALUMINUM 3 / 4
CHROMIUM 0 / 0
IRON 7 / 11
COPPER 3 / 8
LEAD 0 / 1
TIN 1 / 1
MOLYBDENUM 73 / 80
NICKEL 0 / 0
MANGANESE 0 / 1
SILVER 0 / 0
TITANIUM 88 / 0
POTASSIUM 1 / 2
BORON 53 / 50
SILICON 20 / 7
SODIUM 14 / 34
CALCIUM 2318 / 2231
MAGNESIUM 11 / 77
PHOSPHORUS 666 / 682
ZINC 780 / 813
BARIUM 0 / 0

SUS Viscosity @ 210°F 46-57
cSt Viscosity @ 100°C 6.0-9.7
Flashpoint in °F >355
Fuel % Antifreeze % 0
Water % Insolubles % TBN
TAN
ISO Code

 

[AITG]

It's really hard to read but I gather that Silicon is 20. The engine is broken in and unless you repaired something and used RTV sealant I would think seriously about tossing the K and N filter.

Unless, of course, you have the full drag race 4 cylinder Mazda Tribute. In that case, I understand the need for high air flow

 

[alaskanseminole]

Originally Posted By: AITG
It's really hard to read but I gather that Silicon is 20. The engine is broken in and unless you repaired something and used RTV sealant I would think seriously about tossing the K and N filter.

Unless, of course, you have the full drag race 4 cylinder Mazda Tribute. In that case, I understand the need for high air flow


LOL

Since I've been using K&N for about 15 years, I wouldn't know where to begin when it comes to air filters. What should I replace it with? This Silicon was 48 for my Pathfinder.

PATHFINDER
ME: 48
AVERAGE: 18

TRIBUTE
ME: 20
AVERAGE: 07

 

[badtlc]

AFE makes a great filter for the Escape/Tribute. I use one in mine. Very sturdy filter and great filtration. No oiling.

 

[Quattro Pete]

Originally Posted By: alaskanseminole

Since I've been using K&N for about 15 years, I wouldn't know where to begin when it comes to air filters. What should I replace it with?

What's wrong with using an OEM filter?

 

[alaskanseminole]

Originally Posted By: Quattro Pete

What's wrong with using an OEM filter?


I'm guessing nothing...just always thought K&N filters were the "best." Apparently, I was wrong, so now I'm looking for what actually is the best option for my vehicles.

 

[Quattro Pete]

At least for my cars, I haven't found anything better than stock filters. Not sure if that's the case for your Tribute (and Pathfinder).

 

[alaskanseminole]

Originally Posted By: Quattro Pete
At least for my cars, I haven't found anything better than stock filters. Not sure if that's the case for your Tribute (and Pathfinder).


"Stock" as in walk into the dealership and ask for one of their filters?

 

[Quattro Pete]

"Stock" as in OEM. I buy OEM filters for my cars on Amazon typically. Just need to figure out who makes them.

 

[alaskanseminole]

Originally Posted By: Quattro Pete
"Stock" as in OEM. I buy OEM filters for my cars on Amazon typically. Just need to figure out who makes them.



Well, whatiya know...here's an OEM on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/MAZDA-TRIBUTE-2001...=I21OC2KR8SGOHT

Someone else posted that wix is also good.

http://www.amazon.com/Wix-42793-Air-Filt...d=INPMXWSUVUNE6

 

[Quattro Pete]

There you go.

 

[HTSS_TR]

If you like to try Wix air filter, buy this one it is only $3.xx. It's sold as "Used" by Amazon Warehouse, actually if the package is damaged and the filter is new it will be sold as used. I bought some "Used" items from Amazon Warehouse, most had package damaged but the item itself was new, never got an actual used item.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B...;condition=used

 

[alaskanseminole]

Originally Posted By: HTSS_TR
If you like to try Wix air filter, buy this one it is only $3.xx. It's sold as "Used" by Amazon Warehouse, actually if the package is damaged and the filter is new it will be sold as used. I bought some "Used" items from Amazon Warehouse, most had package damaged but the item itself was new, never got an actual used item.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B...;condition=used


so for my Pathfinder, am I to assume that this one is actually new and not "used-good" condition?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000C9TCFS/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used

 

[RTexasF]

Every auto parts store will have paper filters for your cars.

 

[alaskanseminole]

Originally Posted By: RTexasF
Every auto parts store will have paper filters for your cars.


Well of course they do. Every dealership has brand new cars too.

 

[walk23]

Many people think because K&N is reusable and is able to flow more air it is the best. If you haven't modified your vehicle it isn't and just marketing hype. The filter that has the best gasket sealing surface for your vehicle be it OEM or Driveworks will better serve you. The less that you have to open the air box the better.

 

[rccsofla]

I had K&N on everything I had also including the motorcycle.I tossed all of the them and went back to the oem type filters just for that reason.A lot of sand in Florida also.Could not tell any decrease in fuel mileage.