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A search of the detail forums will get you many, many examples of the shine and durability of most detailing products including Collinite. Jim

I think you misunderstood my post. I would not see a problem with any 5W30 API SN rated oil from a warranty perspective. If you lose a rod, etc. that requires major engine repairs, new short/long block could easily be a warranty problem. I was a service manager at a GM dealership many years...

According to the service department at my dealer, it's Ford's decision if there's any question about a blown engine, transmission or rearend. I doubt there would be any problem with normal minor repairs but he said Ford gets involved with major repairs for drive train failures. That's a show...

THIS link is an independent wear test that has good info. Bob the Oil Guy's oil analysis forum is another great resource. If the results are good on both sources, it's a good choice, IMHO. Jim

Vavoline, Pennzoil Ultra, Castrol Titanium and Quakerstate 5W30 synthetic API SN oils all rank as excellent. The link for the wear tests in my 1st post is a wealth of knowledge. Also, Bob the Oil Guy's website used oil analysis forum is invaluable to see how well an oil performs. It should also...

That would be my interpretation of Ford's requirements. I think everyone will have to make up their own mind if using an oil formulated for use in a diesel engine is worth the potential risk to their warranty coverage. I'm sticking with Mobil 1 based on independent testing and warranty...

Ford and all other manufacturers spec API SN oil for gas engine vehicles. Diesel powered vehicles are speced for API CJ4. Here are the differences. Pay close attention to the comments regarding impact to catalytic convertors; SN - Current Standard Introduced in October 2010, designed to provide...

This from the Collinite web site FAQ's; What’s the difference between the auto waxes; No. 845 Insulator Wax, No. 476s Super Double Coat and the No. 915 Marque D’ Elegance? All 3 last step waxes serve the same function: to provide a high gloss carnauba shine and lasting protection. All 3...

Ahhh... I'd not looked at motorcycle oils. Check the motorcycle forum for oil analysis and see where the SUS viscosity number is for Mobil 1. I suspect it's on the lower end of the scale. Sorry I can't be of more help. I had to go and browse Bob the Oil Guys oil analysis forums. It appears...

1st of all, I'm no expert. I've just done a lot of research. What weight did you use? I did a quick look at the Harley website and they only certify 20W50. I don't think there's a 20W50 Mobil 1 oil. Normally when heavy weight oils are speced, clearances are larger in the engine or its to...

It always seems like oil/filter discussions are similar to politics and religion. Most feedback is based on "beliefs" rather than science. If you want to read 100's of oil analysis, there is an oil analysis tech forum on Bob the Oil Guy's website that will provide endless reading. There are a...

I only have 1300 miles on the EB so it's just been changed to get the break-in oil out of it, but I will change again at 6,000 and every 6,000 after that. I also have two new Subaru's in the family that use Mobil 1 0W20 that are on 6,000 mile oil changes. I'm a hard core proponent of Wix...

I use Mobil 1 in my EB and HERE is why. It tops the independent wear tests for a 5W30 synthetic oil and is widely available at reasonable prices. Jim

I talked to the service department of the dealership I bought mine from about a tune. Their response was, if you're going to do it, do a Ford tune and no guarantees that Ford wouldn't reject claims once out of the 36 month Ford racing warranty even if the 5/60 was still applicable. They said...

Spray the front latch with silicon lube. It really helped mine. A little push from about 12" and it closes securely every time. HTH Jim

The more I thought about it, the more I leaned toward the dual valve. I've been holding out for over a month waiting on them to become available so it didn't make sense not to invest in the extra insurance for a cleaner engine. I called UPR and have a dual valve kit on the way. Jim

Since the dual valve catch cans are now in stock and I'm ready to order a kit, it's gotten me thinking about my driving habits and the value of a dual valve vs a regular catch can. If I understand this correctly, the dual valve prevents can pressurization that only occurs during wide open...

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Excellent! Great news Joe! :thumbsup: Jim

I thoroughly check for leaks when I do an oil change. A lesson I learned 50 years ago when I was a kid working in a full service gas station. Ya, we did everything back then. :) I checked the manual and anywhere between the top hash mark and the top hole are considered full. Six quarts takes it...