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Thanks. I'm in eastern PA and considering moving to a 5w-30 myself
Post your latest oil change
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Unfortunately no. I have not seen him in a few years. He got a new job and moved away.
2012 Honda CRV 42,000 miles 8200 miles OCI
Out: Valvoline Fully Synthetic 5W-40, Honda oil filter
In: Mag1 5W-40 Fully Synthetic European Formula, Honda oil filter
Out: Valvoline Fully Synthetic 5W-40, Honda oil filter
In: Mag1 5W-40 Fully Synthetic European Formula, Honda oil filter
2011 BMW 328i xDrive (N52) 122kmiles. 5,000 mi OCI
Out Motul Xcess Gen 2 5w40 + Mann filter
In 6qts Mobil 1 0w40 SP + 1 qt HPL 30 EC + Mann filter
Out Motul Xcess Gen 2 5w40 + Mann filter
In 6qts Mobil 1 0w40 SP + 1 qt HPL 30 EC + Mann filter
2018 Porsche 911 Carrera C4S
Out: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
In: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S
Out: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
In: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
Out: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
In: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S
Out: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
In: Motul 5W-40 8100 X-Cess Gen 2/factory filter
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AZjeff
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2021 GMC HD 6.6 gas 26,300 miles
5,300 miles, 2800 towing, OLM 31%
Out: Quaker State UD 5W-30/ PF63
In: Pennzoil Platinum 5W-30/PF63
5,300 miles, 2800 towing, OLM 31%
Out: Quaker State UD 5W-30/ PF63
In: Pennzoil Platinum 5W-30/PF63
No reason to have a Fumoto Oil Valve with that setup.
Then again maybe you oil pan engineer doesn't allow for your pan to completely drain even with the OEM factory plug.
That speedy drain Fumoto LOL
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2019 BMW 440i xDrive (B58) 45k miles. 3,000 mi OCI
Out Castrol Edge Euro 0w-30 + OE (UFI) Filter
In 7 qts Mobil 1 ESP 5w-30 SP + OE (UFI) Filter
Out Castrol Edge Euro 0w-30 + OE (UFI) Filter
In 7 qts Mobil 1 ESP 5w-30 SP + OE (UFI) Filter
Blackstone responded yesterday, test at 9279 miles on vehicle, 3046 on oil, quoting:
Another good report. Wear metals compare to universal averages this time, so it looks like most of the wear-in material has made its exit, there might be slightly more progress from here, but even just a stable Wear pattern from here would suggest good mechanical health. Fuel dropped to 1.0% in the total sample volume, which is preferable to the 3.5% we noted last time. The viscosity remained in spec (SUS Viscosity @210F was 49.7 (46-57 allowable ) an cSt viscosity @100C was 7.18 (6.0-9.7 allowable) Flashpoint was 366 <385 @ allowable vs 315 last time. And low insolubles show proper oil filtration.
Sorry, unable to paste the entire report, but that's the jist of it. I know Blackstone has it's limitations, but still not bad. The Honda filter seems to be doing a decent job, I'll be sticking with the Mobil1 0w20 EP and trying a 4000 mile interval next time. Engine remains quiet and smooth with little if any rise on the stick and obviously no apparent consumption. Using only Toptier fuel or BP 87. Mobil1 5W-30 EP remains a viable option, but the 0w20 EP seems to be doing OK at least with shorter intervals. Wife's CRV continues to get Mobil1 5W-30 EP twice a year, but with only 3k/yr cheaper to change than to UOA. It's still a dilluter with only short local drives and minimal highway use. Will probably give in and do a UOA this summer.
Another good report. Wear metals compare to universal averages this time, so it looks like most of the wear-in material has made its exit, there might be slightly more progress from here, but even just a stable Wear pattern from here would suggest good mechanical health. Fuel dropped to 1.0% in the total sample volume, which is preferable to the 3.5% we noted last time. The viscosity remained in spec (SUS Viscosity @210F was 49.7 (46-57 allowable ) an cSt viscosity @100C was 7.18 (6.0-9.7 allowable) Flashpoint was 366 <385 @ allowable vs 315 last time. And low insolubles show proper oil filtration.
Sorry, unable to paste the entire report, but that's the jist of it. I know Blackstone has it's limitations, but still not bad. The Honda filter seems to be doing a decent job, I'll be sticking with the Mobil1 0w20 EP and trying a 4000 mile interval next time. Engine remains quiet and smooth with little if any rise on the stick and obviously no apparent consumption. Using only Toptier fuel or BP 87. Mobil1 5W-30 EP remains a viable option, but the 0w20 EP seems to be doing OK at least with shorter intervals. Wife's CRV continues to get Mobil1 5W-30 EP twice a year, but with only 3k/yr cheaper to change than to UOA. It's still a dilluter with only short local drives and minimal highway use. Will probably give in and do a UOA this summer.
Love all the Castrol
2016 Ford Fusion 2.0 ecoboost
5.7 qts. Supertech 5w30 full synthetic
Fram Endurance FE3614 oil filter
I installed an aftermarket engine splash shield cover that has access doors for the oil filter, drain plug, transmission. The stock splash shield cover has no access doors and has to be completely removed. I also installed my first fumuto drain valve. My plan is to run the Fram Endurance filter for a few oil changes or 15,000 miles.
5.7 qts. Supertech 5w30 full synthetic
Fram Endurance FE3614 oil filter
I installed an aftermarket engine splash shield cover that has access doors for the oil filter, drain plug, transmission. The stock splash shield cover has no access doors and has to be completely removed. I also installed my first fumuto drain valve. My plan is to run the Fram Endurance filter for a few oil changes or 15,000 miles.
2019 Nissan Rogue
6 months, 2971 miles. Changed a little early because I had nothing else going on this weekend. Had hoped to do it next weekend after a 600 mile round trip.
Out: Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 0w-20, Nissan filter
In: Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 0w-20, Purolator PL14612.
Changes will be extended when warranty period is up.
6 months, 2971 miles. Changed a little early because I had nothing else going on this weekend. Had hoped to do it next weekend after a 600 mile round trip.
Out: Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 0w-20, Nissan filter
In: Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 0w-20, Purolator PL14612.
Changes will be extended when warranty period is up.
2005 Honda Accord EX-L (New K24 engine at 214267 miles)
Out: Honda 5w-20 Synthetic Blend & Honda 15400-PLM-A02 filter (5631 miles).
In: Kirkland Signature 0W-20 & Carquest Premium 84356 filter.
Out: Honda 5w-20 Synthetic Blend & Honda 15400-PLM-A02 filter (5631 miles).
In: Kirkland Signature 0W-20 & Carquest Premium 84356 filter.
How long do plan to keep the hpl EC for ur full OCI duration? What is reason for hpl EC?
My current plan is 2 intervals of 3000 mi OCI. I posted a picture in your EC thread of my 06 BMW. My 2011 isn't really that bad. Once I burn through my stash of Mobil 1 maybe I'll switch to HPL Euro.
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