Hi everyone. I'm new to the site and have been going over it researching bypass oil filters. This is a new subject for me, so I am looking for thoughts on a setup for my car.
I drive a 2014 Lexus CT 200h (same powertrain as a third generation Prius, and uses 0w20 oil) and drive around 7,000 miles a month as a courier. My OCI is 5,000 miles, to avoid carbon deposits forming sludge in the oil.
I found that Amsoil seems to be the most common manufacturer making a bypass system for passenger cars, at about $200 (BMK21) plus the filter (90 model @ $40). With one of those, I'm hoping to go to 20k or higher OCIs. This is mostly, if not entirely, for cost reduction reasons.
I also know I need to get regular UOAs to make sure everything is working as expected.
As an added note, I drive 75% highway, at 55 or 60 mph using cruise control. I also plan to keep the car for as long as it will run, for this type of work.
What do you guys think of this setup for what I am trying to do? Are there better solutions? Is there anything I am missing?
Also, does anyone recommend using a different full flow oil filter, engine air filter, or a specific oil? Currently using the extended life factory oil filter and factory air filter, along with Castrol GTX full synthetic.
I drive a 2014 Lexus CT 200h (same powertrain as a third generation Prius, and uses 0w20 oil) and drive around 7,000 miles a month as a courier. My OCI is 5,000 miles, to avoid carbon deposits forming sludge in the oil.
I found that Amsoil seems to be the most common manufacturer making a bypass system for passenger cars, at about $200 (BMK21) plus the filter (90 model @ $40). With one of those, I'm hoping to go to 20k or higher OCIs. This is mostly, if not entirely, for cost reduction reasons.
I also know I need to get regular UOAs to make sure everything is working as expected.
As an added note, I drive 75% highway, at 55 or 60 mph using cruise control. I also plan to keep the car for as long as it will run, for this type of work.
What do you guys think of this setup for what I am trying to do? Are there better solutions? Is there anything I am missing?
Also, does anyone recommend using a different full flow oil filter, engine air filter, or a specific oil? Currently using the extended life factory oil filter and factory air filter, along with Castrol GTX full synthetic.