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Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
12-04-2005, 09:31 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,129
Posted By johnny2kgle

The Chevron Techron product will not affect the...

The Chevron Techron product will not affect the oil's viscosity or raise the lead count in used oil analysis. Terry Dyson intreprets reports for Blackstone and other labs said that Techron is a good...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
11-19-2005, 12:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,897
Posted By johnny2kgle

No it does not have to be solvent based. It...

No it does not have to be solvent based.

It is not a petroleum based product. It is made from lanolin esters from plants and/or animal byproducts.

It slowly breaks down carbon over several...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
11-19-2005, 09:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,897
Posted By johnny2kgle

The only engine cleaner that I recommend is auto...

The only engine cleaner that I recommend is auto rx. It is non solvent based and cleans slowly without "shocking" the engine. It is not cheap but it works.

http://www.auto-rx.com/

If you...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
10-20-2005, 09:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 917
Posted By johnny2kgle

The VQ engine seems to show 10+ ppm lead count in...

The VQ engine seems to show 10+ ppm lead count in many reports that I have seen.

You might consider using the interpretation services of Terry Dyson for a small fee of $20. There is a Blackstone...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
09-15-2005, 06:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,551
Posted By johnny2kgle

sky jumper, I am not sure if the new Gold GC...

sky jumper,

I am not sure if the new Gold GC is as good as the Green Elixir. I am not crazy about the new GF4 oils with less zinc (ZDDP) and Boron. From what I have read from a retired chemist,...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
09-15-2005, 12:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,551
Posted By johnny2kgle

sky jumper, GC is one of the best choices...

sky jumper,

GC is one of the best choices for our car. It is a thick 30 weight at 12.2 centistokes at 100 deg C versus M1 at 10.2. (9.8 to 12.5 cST range for 30 weight) I hope to have an...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
08-18-2005, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By johnny2kgle

As for putting anything if the oil, do some...

As for putting anything if the oil, do some research on on auto rx. For the fuel system, Techron is the best over the counter bet. Auto rx can be used in the tranny before a flush.
...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-16-2005, 06:15 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,818
Posted By johnny2kgle

I need some info like what oil are you using and...

I need some info like what oil are you using and how many kms driven. Amsoil S2K 0w-30? If so, you might consider using their S3K 5w-30 which is thicker with a better additive package and diesel...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
08-11-2005, 11:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,955
Posted By johnny2kgle

Bobo, Do the oil companies even make dino...

Bobo,

Do the oil companies even make dino GL4 gear oil anymore? The only ones that I have seen at the auto parts stores are GL5.

MJaeger,

I believe that your cold weather performance will...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
08-05-2005, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,144
Posted By johnny2kgle

There is no upside to using M1 0w-40. It is...

There is no upside to using M1 0w-40. It is designed for Euro Imports and shears badly since the spread is so high. It should be called 0w-30 since it shears down to a 30 during an interval. If...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
07-13-2005, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 750
Posted By johnny2kgle

JClaw, If you want to extract the most gear...

JClaw,

If you want to extract the most gear oil, purchase a Pela marine oil extractor pump. I use it to get every last drop out of the oil pan by sticking the tube in the dipstick opening. The...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
06-21-2005, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 943
Posted By johnny2kgle

konak85, kcryan did a great job answering...

konak85,

kcryan did a great job answering the GC question. He is correct; the VQ likes a heavier 30 weight oil like Amsoil or the GC. I just started running, so I have not sent it to the lab for...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
04-12-2005, 04:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 606
Posted By johnny2kgle

Try some auto rx with the dino du jour. ...

Try some auto rx with the dino du jour.

http://auto-rx.com/pages/sealleak.htm

This stuff works and if does not then you can get a refund.
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-26-2005, 07:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 637
Posted By johnny2kgle

bgates, There is a product like that...

bgates,

There is a product like that available via the internet. It is called LubeControl and it works great. It works especially well with Amsoil and Mobil 1 in extended drains to control...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-26-2005, 07:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,072
Posted By johnny2kgle

Amsoil has been using extended drain intervals...

Amsoil has been using extended drain intervals from the beginning. Mobil is just now bucking the trend of the OEM intervals to gain market share. With that said, the Mobil 1 EP looks to be a good...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-19-2005, 05:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,106
Posted By johnny2kgle

Amsoil Tech is practicing CYA. The SDF 13 is not...

Amsoil Tech is practicing CYA. The SDF 13 is not a bad filter; there are better options.

If you check the oil analysis spreadsheet, many people have used the SDF20 successfully without a hitch.
...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-18-2005, 11:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,106
Posted By johnny2kgle

It is because the SDF13 is the closest sized...

It is because the SDF13 is the closest sized filter to the OEM. The SDF13 is the same size as the Mobil 1 M1 208. The M110/Bosch 3323/NAPA Gold 1356 are the same width but are an inch longer.
...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-18-2005, 06:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,106
Posted By johnny2kgle

This filter will work on both the 3.5L and 3.0L ...

This filter will work on both the 3.5L and 3.0L It is the same length as the SDF13 (short/thin), has the same gasket diameter, but is wider.

The SDF 36 is the longer version of the SDF20...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-17-2005, 04:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,106
Posted By johnny2kgle

The SDF 20 is a better choice than the thimble...

The SDF 20 is a better choice than the thimble sized SDF 13.
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-12-2005, 09:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,433
Posted By johnny2kgle

bb, I was not clear about extended drain...

bb,

I was not clear about extended drain intervals. An extended drain interval is over 7,500 miles and usually 10,000 miles. Synthetic oil is cleaner, hence less sludge. Since you live in a...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-11-2005, 11:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,042
Posted By johnny2kgle

There are two companies that make good products...

There are two companies that make good products in this area, Schaeffer's #131C SoyUltra and Fuel Power aka FP60. Here are the links for your research.

http://www.lubecontrol.com/
...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-11-2005, 11:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,433
Posted By johnny2kgle

bb, 10,000 miles is sufficient time to...

bb,

10,000 miles is sufficient time to "break in" a vehicle. The reason for this is that wear metals such as iron, lead, and aluminum are higher while the vehicle is breaking in and the valve are...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
03-05-2005, 08:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 894
Posted By johnny2kgle

Mobil 1 filters are not necessary for auto rx...

Mobil 1 filters are not necessary for auto rx treatments. A regular Purolator or even an ST Walmart filter will suffice. Since you have a newer vehicle, the filter change in the middle of each...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
02-13-2005, 10:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,881
Posted By johnny2kgle

Tork, I believe that the only difference in...

Tork,

I believe that the only difference in the Car Brand specific ATF is their friction modifier package. Like all of their branded antifreeze/coolant which is non silicate, I would bet a Honda...
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
02-13-2005, 06:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,881
Posted By johnny2kgle

Tork, The 4th and 5th Maxima have 4 speed...

Tork,

The 4th and 5th Maxima have 4 speed automatic. The manual states "Use only Nissan Matic D atf. Dexron III/Mercon or equivalent may also be used."
So any DIII fluid can be used, Mobil 1,...
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