This being my first post just to say that you've got a great forum and I've been learning a lot by reading info on this site. Thanks for that.
I also want to apologize for posting here, but I did not want to start a new topic since I'm in the same dilemma.
I've just bought Honda Fit(Jazz), GD1, 2007, CVT-7(AT), 1339cc, 61kw, twin spark, 8 valve engine, with 52000 miles on the clock, motor oil is Eneos 10w-40, stock filter.
Also, I installed LPG due to the fact that gas is $7/gallon here...
My typical driving is 70/30-city/highway, but when I go on highway than 600 mile drives are not unusual in summer.
Temperatures here in Croatia are from 14°F in winter to 90°F in summer on average(but can vary a lot).
I rarely go over 3500rpm(only on gas), average is 2000-2500rpm since it is AT.
Cold start is set on gas and switches to LPG when coolant reaches working temp.(I plan on installing engine oil temp. gauge so I can switch manually during winter)
So, dealer recommends Honda HFS 5W-40 for which I can't find any PDS, but from reading PDS's of lot of different oils I've come to 2 oil types that I prefer.
Mobil 1 New Life™ 0W-40 and
Liqui Moly Synthoil Longtime SAE 0W-30
I'm slightly in favor of LM because of the colleague that has the identical car with LPG and over 125000(trouble free) miles on the clock with average fuel consumption which is 5-10 mpg better than mine.
Price of both is around $80/5liters (I can get M1 in half the price in one place but I'm afraid it's not genuine or old, although sold in regular shop)
Before oil change I plan to run Liqui Moly
Motor Cleaner
I need some help to decide so the question is:
-which one would you recommend based on my info?
-should I do a VOA&UOA on this oil change since different manufacturer and grade have been used before?
-anything else I should do or try?
Sorry again if this is wrong thread to post this in.
Thanks