I'm 11k miles on Valvoline Restore and Protect now. Runs great. I'm going four intervals before switching back to Mobil 1 Extended Performance.
Post your latest oil change
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Site Donor 2023
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.4 (wife's aunts car)
Out: Napa FS 5w30 / Protec filter
In: Pennzoil Ultra Platium 5w30 / STP blue filter
Out: Napa FS 5w30 / Protec filter
In: Pennzoil Ultra Platium 5w30 / STP blue filter
2024 Mazda CX-5, 20,000 miles, 5K OCI
Out: Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20, OEM Filter (MIJ)
In: Supertech Advanced Synthetic, 5w30, OEM Filter (MIJ)
So, planned to go to QS Ultimate Protection, but forgot I had the Supertech 20K synthetic. Figured I would use it.
Out: Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20, OEM Filter (MIJ)
In: Supertech Advanced Synthetic, 5w30, OEM Filter (MIJ)
So, planned to go to QS Ultimate Protection, but forgot I had the Supertech 20K synthetic. Figured I would use it.
2 Tigs in 2 days. Wife's (2020) and one of her coworker's (2024).
Oil out for both: Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30
Filters out: Mann HU6013Z
Both got the same again.
Momma's getting the good stuff.
Normally, I pass the time sipping on a beer or some bourbon, along with a cigar, while it all goes down. Heeding cardiologist's advice to hold off on those activities for a couple months after recent heart surgery. I should be back to partaking again by the next change(s).
Oil out for both: Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30
Filters out: Mann HU6013Z
Both got the same again.
Momma's getting the good stuff.
Normally, I pass the time sipping on a beer or some bourbon, along with a cigar, while it all goes down. Heeding cardiologist's advice to hold off on those activities for a couple months after recent heart surgery. I should be back to partaking again by the next change(s).
My daughter bought a 2007 Sebring with 135,000 miles on it, so naturally the first thing I do is change the oil.
Out: No clue what kind of oil or how many miles, but it was 2 quarts low and verrry black.
In: 5qt Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w-20, and a Fram TG filter.
Then I cut the old filter open and found way too many glittery bits mixed into lots of black sediment. I suggested my daughter wash & wax it, vacuum the interior, and stick a For Sale sign in the window. She laughed, and unfortunately seems determined to keep it.
Out: No clue what kind of oil or how many miles, but it was 2 quarts low and verrry black.
In: 5qt Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w-20, and a Fram TG filter.
Then I cut the old filter open and found way too many glittery bits mixed into lots of black sediment. I suggested my daughter wash & wax it, vacuum the interior, and stick a For Sale sign in the window. She laughed, and unfortunately seems determined to keep it.
2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback
ODO: 22,677 miles
OCI: 4,828 miles
Out: 8.0L Ravenol VSW 0W30; OEM Filter
In: 8.0L Valvoline Restore and Protect 0W20; OEM Filter
ODO: 22,677 miles
OCI: 4,828 miles
Out: 8.0L Ravenol VSW 0W30; OEM Filter
In: 8.0L Valvoline Restore and Protect 0W20; OEM Filter
2021 Subaru Outback 2.5L 41.5k miles ODO. Current oil fill had 2,650 miles/ 5 months.
Out: Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-30, Wix 57055 filter.
In: Amsoil XL 5w30/ Amsoil EA15K13 filter.
Used Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0w30 and few other 0W-20's for several oil changes for past 3 years for 2.8-3k oil/ 6 months OCI in Midwest weather. Oils always took a beating with fuel dilution and short 5 miles round trip commutes in cold weather with very little chances of full operating temps other than weekend grocery runs on the highway. Now it will see 15 mile round trip commutes going forward. I'm hopeful bumping up to 5w30 XL and improved operating temps due to longer commutes. I can finally try to go 6k/ 6 month intervals Subaru calls for or at least 5k mile OCI.
Out: Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-30, Wix 57055 filter.
In: Amsoil XL 5w30/ Amsoil EA15K13 filter.
Used Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0w30 and few other 0W-20's for several oil changes for past 3 years for 2.8-3k oil/ 6 months OCI in Midwest weather. Oils always took a beating with fuel dilution and short 5 miles round trip commutes in cold weather with very little chances of full operating temps other than weekend grocery runs on the highway. Now it will see 15 mile round trip commutes going forward. I'm hopeful bumping up to 5w30 XL and improved operating temps due to longer commutes. I can finally try to go 6k/ 6 month intervals Subaru calls for or at least 5k mile OCI.
2006 TSX, mighty K24, 237K, 4500 OCI
Out: Mobil 1 High Mileage 5w30, XG7317
In: Mobil 1 High Mileage 5w30, PG4612EX filter which is 6607 size
This car does not go through a drop. Continued cleaning; warshed front floor mats.
Needs passenger axle or boot. Will probably replace both.
Out: Mobil 1 High Mileage 5w30, XG7317
In: Mobil 1 High Mileage 5w30, PG4612EX filter which is 6607 size
This car does not go through a drop. Continued cleaning; warshed front floor mats.
Needs passenger axle or boot. Will probably replace both.
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Valvoline Restore and Protect 0w-20 and Microgard Select 51516 for a 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid
2018 Subaru Legacy Sport.
84 Month oil Change
6,032 miles on oil and 71,475 on car.
In/On and Out/Off:
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 0w20 with a splash of HPL Premium 0W-20 and a Wix 57055 oil filter. Used my oil extractor.
This time used between 1/3 and 1/2qt of HPL to bring up to full. Last time, it was closer to maybe 8 ounces. Drained a little less than 5qts. Car calls for 5.1qts. This is the first time that the filter didn't drain all over the tray. I did let the car sit for ~2 hours before I changed the oil.
This is my last Mobil 1 Extended Performance jug that isn't the triple action formula. Have two of those triple action jugs left. Debated using some of my Valvoline Restore and Protect stash but I really want to get through the older stash first before I move on to that. So, 2 more changes of Mobil 1 Extended Performance then maybe 2 changes of Castrol Edge then Valvoline Restore and Protect or... skip the Castrol and use in my Impreza when my PP stash runs out which will be a few years.
Will be putting in a Redline SI-1 when my wife fills the tank. After that tank, will pop in a bottle of B12. I do a FI cleaner every oil change and B12 once a year. Also changed the CAF.
84 Month oil Change
6,032 miles on oil and 71,475 on car.
In/On and Out/Off:
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 0w20 with a splash of HPL Premium 0W-20 and a Wix 57055 oil filter. Used my oil extractor.
This time used between 1/3 and 1/2qt of HPL to bring up to full. Last time, it was closer to maybe 8 ounces. Drained a little less than 5qts. Car calls for 5.1qts. This is the first time that the filter didn't drain all over the tray. I did let the car sit for ~2 hours before I changed the oil.
This is my last Mobil 1 Extended Performance jug that isn't the triple action formula. Have two of those triple action jugs left. Debated using some of my Valvoline Restore and Protect stash but I really want to get through the older stash first before I move on to that. So, 2 more changes of Mobil 1 Extended Performance then maybe 2 changes of Castrol Edge then Valvoline Restore and Protect or... skip the Castrol and use in my Impreza when my PP stash runs out which will be a few years.
Will be putting in a Redline SI-1 when my wife fills the tank. After that tank, will pop in a bottle of B12. I do a FI cleaner every oil change and B12 once a year. Also changed the CAF.
I had a 1988 FJ60 for a couple years, but my wife couldn't take the punishing ride. Later I bought an FJ40 project that she only rode in twice after I did a frame on restoration.
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Bud_One
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2005 Honda Accord Coupe EX-L - 3.0 V6- 6 speed manual
Mileage on unit : 137,445
OCI : 4,912 miles / 5 months
Out : 4.5 qts of Valvoline Restore and Protect 5W-20 / Premium Guard PG4612
In : 4.5 qts of Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30 / Premium Guard PG4612
Also had the tires rotated and balanced at Discount Tire .
Mileage on unit : 137,445
OCI : 4,912 miles / 5 months
Out : 4.5 qts of Valvoline Restore and Protect 5W-20 / Premium Guard PG4612
In : 4.5 qts of Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30 / Premium Guard PG4612
Also had the tires rotated and balanced at Discount Tire .
1992 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 turbo; 169k
Out: Delo 15W40
In: same
Hengst filter
Out: Delo 15W40
In: same
Hengst filter
2013 Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7, 110,254 mi, 5k OCI
Out: 6 qts. Mobil Full Synthetic 5w30, 1.25 qts. HPL Engine Cleaner 30, PartsPlus PH820 oil filter
In: 7.25 qts. Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30, PartsPlus PH820 oil filter
Oil looked a slight bit reddish, and honestly not as dirty as I thought it would be with the HPL doing its thing. I may cut the filter open if I have time.
Out: 6 qts. Mobil Full Synthetic 5w30, 1.25 qts. HPL Engine Cleaner 30, PartsPlus PH820 oil filter
In: 7.25 qts. Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30, PartsPlus PH820 oil filter
Oil looked a slight bit reddish, and honestly not as dirty as I thought it would be with the HPL doing its thing. I may cut the filter open if I have time.
Don’t feel too bad. My daughter doesn’t listen to me either.
2020 Frontier
3.8
Out Mobil 1 0w20
Nissian Filter
In Valvoline Advance 5w30
Mobil 1 filter
53219 miles
Had 1000 miles on oil. Changed due to new engine. Dropped a quart of oil.
3.8
Out Mobil 1 0w20
Nissian Filter
In Valvoline Advance 5w30
Mobil 1 filter
53219 miles
Had 1000 miles on oil. Changed due to new engine. Dropped a quart of oil.
Yea, I have a friend in a similar situation. She has a 14 mile round trip commute but doesn’t use her car in town. I’m going to suggest M1 for a slightly more robust oil at the next OCI.