Valvoline Restore & Protect is $30/5 quarts. Seems like a nobrainer...
Which average priced synthetic oil would you run to tackle varnish?
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Id be open to try a cleaner. Maybe BG EPR, Liquimoly Engine Flush. VRP or M1 EP. Check all the caps, use a bore light to make sure you dont get a return of used oil. I open all mine and inspect as I buy four or five jugs at a time if a sale is going on especially.
Valvoline R&P or just toss in an engine flush before drain. I'm about to flush my 226k mile pickup tomorrow. Going to be fun!
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Don’t bother with the flush, it will do more harm than good. Just go with VRP instead.
In all three of my Corolla’s, I’ve had luck using “Kreen” in reducing (not eliminating) varnish. I don’t think this product is available for purchase anymore.
I remember Kreen being highly regarded years back on BITOG. Of course, use per directions.
Why not buy from a reputable distributor that you don’t have to worry about used oil in your jugs?
Buying from places known to do this simply perpetuates that business and their bad practices.
I know it got reformulated a couple years ago because of HAZMAT policies; it may have been discontinued since then.
Kreen is available on zoro.com. One gallon can for $85 with free shipping. It's a C note at Home Depot.
I like & use many of the Valvoline products including Valvoline EP 5W-30 in my truck so nothing against them. 
What kind of additional cleaning agents (if any) are in the VRP and are they seal friendly and/or not harsh?
I recall @OVERKILL posting about the seal test or seal compatibility tests (ASTM? xyz) if one is concerned about using a higher group # oil ... Does the VRP pass that test?
What kind of additional cleaning agents (if any) are in the VRP and are they seal friendly and/or not harsh?
I recall @OVERKILL posting about the seal test or seal compatibility tests (ASTM? xyz) if one is concerned about using a higher group # oil ... Does the VRP pass that test?
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Since it carries API SP, yes, it passes.I like & use many of the Valvoline products including Valvoline EP 5W-30 in my truck so nothing against them.
What kind of additional cleaning agents (if any) are in the VRP and are they seal friendly and/or not harsh?
I recall @OVERKILL posting about the seal test or seal compatibility tests (ASTM? xyz) if one is concerned about using a higher group # oil ... Does the VRP pass that test?
Because it’s not just the distributor or the store, it’s their clientele.
It’s a special kind of shyster who “returns” oil to the store full of dirty oil. Which the store’s flunky puts back on the shelf.
I think they need to make certain things “all sales final” if they come in a refillable package. Motor oil, laundry soap, cleaning products, etc.
How much Kreen did you add if you remember.
They do with rifles and ammo, no returns. I opened all the VRP today in front of everyone at the counter and inspected with my flashlight to make sure as i have stated before. The gal behind us gave me the look like she wanted to use it to inspect her milk and applesauce.
A 1/2 quart in the sump of a fresh OC. Changed Oil/filter after 2000 miles and added the other 1/2 quart with the new oil and filter.
Let’s just say it out loud - it’s Walmart where this is a problem.
And I no longer buy oil from Walmart.
SAE or HPS\HMX?
What Wm has used oil on the shelf? First I have heard of that. Is it customers returning used motor oil and the employees just put it back on the shelf?
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