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    Protect for statup or extreme use?

    Often said that most engine wear occurs at startup. How about for an engine that operates a well above 230F in extreme heat. Say like an air cooled engine. A 0, or 5W - xy might protect against startup wear, but wouldn't a straight weight dino make the engine ultimately last longer? A moment of...
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    Hyundai vs Bosch vs Wix

    I just did the first 3000 mi oil change on our 2011 Elantra. They botched the oil change on our first one and we had to wait 3 months to get a replacement car. 72 mile round trip to dealer to get the Hyundai oil filter, so would rather drive 3 mi to get a Bosch or Wix. The Hyundai filter gets...
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    Hyundai Oil FilterElantra?

    What's special about OEM Hyundai oil filter for 2011 Elantra? I have heard that it has a valve that prevents oil from draining out while the engine is shutdown? True or False? It's a 50 mile round trip to the dealer. I can get a Wix or Bosch filter 3 miles from the house. I feel like those...
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