Car was a 2002, not 2001. Too late to edit. Not that it really matters.2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
3.1 V6
Out: unknown oil, Fram Extra Guard PH3387A filter
In: Xtreme synthetic blend 10w30, Swepco 502 Oil Improver, AcDelco PF47E filter
Brah. I was just about to say something.Car was a 2002, not 2001. Too late to edit. Not that it really matters.
That’s pretty thin oil for a 4.0, would go with a 30 weight in the future. Thicker viscosity at operating temp offers more engine protection.2018 Toyota 4Runner
4.0 V6
Out: unknown oil, unknown cartridge filter
In: Fram Synthetic 0w20, Swepco 502 Oil Improver, Napa Gold cartridge filter
0w20 is the factory specd viscosity on practically all Toyotas made in the last 15 years or so. I don't necessarily disagree with you about using a heavier oil long term, but 0w20 is what is specified.That’s pretty thin oil for a 4.0, would go with a 30 weight in the future. Thicker viscosity at operating temp offers more engine protection.
It’s in the US owners manual because of CAFE. It’s not necessarily in the best interest of the owner. Here is the oil chart from outside the US. It’s same exact thing for my Tacoma. Your 4Runner is really rated up to 15w-40. 0w-20 is the thinnest oil allowed. Something to consider.0w20 is the factory specd viscosity on practically all Toyotas made in the last 15 years or so. I don't necessarily disagree with you about using a heavier oil long term, but 0w20 is what is specified.
You caught my attention with just this line! What size?Fuente Fuente Opus X Forbidden Lost City
Pretty much this. The only vehicle I own is a 2004 Silverado with a 5.3, it gets 15w40 year round. The yota is a car sale buy my boss bought to flip. His flippers get the cheap oil and a bottle of Swepco 502. So do some of his personal/work vehicles. Most however get either Amsoil Signature Series or Swepco 306 based on the age of the vehicle and if there are warranty restraints.lavrisheo
Kennedy reports on tons of oil changes he accomplishes. I'm assuming these reports are of clients of his and most-all mechanics like Kennedy will use the oil grade that's specified for the vehicle engine, unless told otherwise.
Mechanics I know will state on the receipt ownership wanted to use a different grade than what the manufacturer specs.
When I took my daughter's 3.6 for an oil change at Planet Oil Change Shop, they barked hard (but did not bite) when I handed them a five quart jug of 0w40 instead of 5w30. They mentioned the ownership 0w40 request on the receipt.
Our CRV calls for less than 5qts but it always shows low and I have to add close to 5qts2008 CRV. 232k on the car, just over 4200 on the OCI. I was going to wait until 5k but daughter heading back to school in AM, not sure when coming back yet. Also had NYS inspection done this morning at dealer.
Out - PP 5W-30 and 1qt HPL EC30, XG7317. Very minor stuff sticking to the new Votex magnetic plug.
In - 1.5qts PP 5W-30, 2.5 qts PP Euro L 5W-30 and 1qt HPL PCMO 5W-30, XG7317. Trying to use up the open jugs.
CRV only calls for 4.4qts with filter change. When checked on level ground was only 1/4 way between dipstick holes. I added the extra to bring to 5qts and now shows full. My waste jug had at least 4.7qts in it.
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