Originally Posted By: Motorking
Originally Posted By: BTLew81
After a long time with vw cartridge filters I am back with a Honda and a spin on. 2018 accord sport 2.0t. On previous Honda cars I used an ultra and think I will do the same on this one. Oci will be 5k or so. Think the ultra would be good for two OCIs? Oil will be mobil1 or pp 0w20, maybe stepping up to a 30.
Will try and answer all the questions here in one post.
1. We say right on the box that the Ultra can go up to 20k between changes when use with a high quality synthetic oil. Oil consumption is checked and added when needed.
2. Don't use 0w30 in your car when the manufacturer wants 0W20, that is a mistake. All of their performance/durability/emissions testing is done with 0w20 oil. They know what oil needs to be in the engine. In fact, not using oil meeting manufacturers specification can allow them to void your warranty in an engine failure case (not likely in any Honda)
3. the variable valve timing system is set to work with the stock viscosity oil
4. FRAM does not market a exact copy of the Honda filter, The TG filter is the closest match.
Think thats it, but I am always available to answer any FRAM related question
I have some questions. What is the reason for the Honda different specs on their Fram made oil filter and what are they? There is some evidence the Honda can is a thicker gauge. What are the can gauges of the Fram consumer and racing oil filters? Where can I buy the Fram Racing oil filter for $10? You said they were available for $10.
Lastly we see many pictures of EG and TG with off center end caps, where the center tube edge is not fully covered. Is this issue being addressed now?