You must log in or register to post here. Home. ForumsHow to improve air filters that appear to be made out of used clothes dryer sheets?Based on Ascent Filtration Testing's tests, he found a AC Delco Ultraguard Gold was still at ~96.5% at 20mics (99+% at 30microns). If the filter media is the same across these filters, there is no reason not to use these wherever someone would use a Fram Extra Guard or other budget-conscious filter. The AC Delco "Ultraguard" is their …Location. Wisconsin, USA. Feb 7, 2023. #1. Hello BITOG Community, Below is an Oil Filter Value Analysis that brings together quality and price to achieve a ranking of value for people who change their oil based on their owners manual specification and those that do extended mile oil changes. All the information on the products are from the ...There are goobers on the BITOG forum who are using them for THREE oil changes! I run them on my Ram but only for 8500 miles or so. I don't think they make an element style filter for the 4Runner. Aside from the expensive TRD filter, who makes a good element style filter that has a rubber seal? I don't like …No one should be using these oils in their GTI or R anyway, especially if tuned. "The HTHS value is measured in millipascal seconds (mPas).A higher value indicates a thicker oil film at high temperatures - which means a better protection of the engine against wear, as the oil film remains permanent and guarantees …BEST OVERALL: Castrol 03084C Edge 5W-30 Advanced Full Synthetic. RUNNER-UP: Pennzoil – 550045192 Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Mobil 1 Extended …Sep 26, 2010. Messages. 9,788. Oct 8, 2020. #1. I realized today that I have been on BITOG for 10 years (September 26th). It all began with buying a new 2010 Ford FX4 and searching for “the best oil” (none of us have done that have we?). Though I had a bit of knowledge, I have acquired so much more over the course of my being here.Independent testing has proven EDGE Extended Performance stronger than Mobil 1 Extended Performance against viscosity breakdown – the ultimate test of strength" and the footnote says, "Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 5W-30 was proven stronger against viscosity breakdown based on ASTM 6278 and CEC-L-14 independent testing".No one should be using these oils in their GTI or R anyway, especially if tuned. "The HTHS value is measured in millipascal seconds (mPas).A higher value indicates a thicker oil film at high temperatures - which means a better protection of the engine against wear, as the oil film remains permanent and guarantees …My recommendations match Honda's ATF replacement regimen of partial replacement, driving, repeat 3x. I am certain that partial fluid replacements drain suspended contaminants and moisture and lower the overall concentrations when replaced with fresh fluid. There are any number of ATF tests published on …BITOG Meaning. What does BITOG mean as an abbreviation? 1 popular meaning of BITOG abbreviation: 4 Categories. 1. BITOG. Bob Is The Oil Guy. Oil, Forum, Guy.Motorcycles, Boating, Small Engine, Aviation, Powe ...Jul 2, 2021. #1. This is my (probably very incomplete) summary of a bunch of threads here on BITOG regarding optimum practice for longest timing chain life. Desirable Properties of Oil: - As thick as possible for hot operating conditions (i.e. xW-40 > xW-30 > xW-20) - As thin as possible for cold-weather starts (i.e. 0W-x > …slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,992 Location USA. Nov 20, 2023 #6 It sounds like Napa was dissatisfied with the Purolator cheapening, so Mann lost the contract . Reactions: Irishman, Cyoungso1 and DannyM. C. Chris142. Joined Jun 5, 2003 Messages 27,863 Location Apple Valley, California .Views. 416. Yesterday at 9:53 AM. D60. N. Walmart In-Store deals! $32 for 12 quarts of SuperTech Full Synthetic! $39 for 12 quarts Valvoline Advanced! Navi. Mar …This web page is a forum for discussing vehicles, lubrication and general automotive topics. It does not contain any information related to bitog, which is a …4,597. Location. Manchester, England. Apr 4, 2020. #5. Originally Posted by zeng. In the world of oil marketing that's full of gimmicks,Magnatec isn't one according to numerous real life UOA's published from times to times . It's about oil polarity , among others IMHO .There were some commenters over on BITOG who were suggesting that I would see little or no difference in fuel economy with a 5w30 or 0w30 full-synthetic oil. Note that the manual does state that it is acceptable to use a higher-viscosity oil if the vehicle is operated at sustained high speeds or extreme load …How to improve air filters that appear to be made out of used clothes dryer sheets?Apr 13, 2012 · Aug 16, 2012. #4. You have to look at the big picture in regard to synthetic oils. ANY synthetic oil, whether off the store shelf (Pennzoil, Mobil 1) or sold through a distributor (Amsoil, Redline)will provide MORE than adequate protection and performance for any engine. Use Amsoil, Pennzoil, Valvoline, Mobil 1, etc... with complete confidence. This is a safe path to clean varnish and or sludge left behind by other oils. There are no solvents in this oil. It has enough ester to clean but still be safe with elastomers. Simply add a quart to the current oil and can be used for 1-2,000 miles preferably but can be run longer if needed. Changing a filter at 2,000 miles is …1) They are very reliable and relatively painless to own. Yes all cars have their weak spots (ignition switches, alarms, the IMS...), but on the whole our Porsches are some of the least painful cars to own, especially in light of their performance. 2) Porsche uses very high quality components, for the most part.24 posts · Joined 2016. #38 · Oct 15, 2016. I got the Dexos2 5w-30 oil from my local Chevy dealer today for $8.32/qt, filter online from Rock Auto for $12. Super simple oil change btw, it's about time the car manufacturers put the filter on in a way that it doesn't drain all over your hand when taking the old one off!40. Location. Houston, Texas. Mar 4, 2020. #2. By switching to a full synthetic, not even high mileage, you could easily get 7,500-10K out of a single oil change. This is a perfect use case for Super Tech/Amazon Basics/Kirkland Signature Oil... all made by Warren with a solid additive package. M.Most of yall know i hate fram, blame on being on BITOG back then, hahha, anyway I pick fram Extra guard for everything I own now, anything that daily drive and drive in normal condition, I like fram cause its easy available and plentyfull and the price is right at walmart. and it does the job 5k miles or 6 month OCI. …1 / 1. Modular V10 (6.8l) - Has anyone heard of this guy BITOG? - I have read and watched a lot of his articles and videos. I am not sure what to make of what he has to say. He seems to be on the up and up, but I got suspiscious when all his oil tests on the Timken machine, and other things, only passes Schaeffer's Oil...Jan 18, 2006 · Option 2: If BITOG wants to see a particular oil/filter run under a certain set of conditions, for a certain amount of time, in a particular car, as long as it is reasonable, we can find a person who is willing to do it (and fits the profile). Then, BITOG will reimburse the owner for the oil, filter, and analysis costs. This is a safe path to clean varnish and or sludge left behind by other oils. There are no solvents in this oil. It has enough ester to clean but still be safe with elastomers. Simply add a quart to the current oil and can be used for 1-2,000 miles preferably but can be run longer if needed. Changing a filter at 2,000 miles is …Aug 16, 2012. #4. You have to look at the big picture in regard to synthetic oils. ANY synthetic oil, whether off the store shelf (Pennzoil, Mobil 1) or sold through a distributor (Amsoil, Redline)will provide MORE than adequate protection and performance for any engine. Use Amsoil, Pennzoil, Valvoline, Mobil 1, etc... with complete confidence.There was a club house, with a secret handshake iirc. I got my post deleted and account banned from a website dedicated to motor oil called "Bob is the oil guy" for asking people there about about a study/article that looks at the strategies used to sell motor oil in different countries.Nov 6, 2014 · Nov 6, 2014. #7. I've been using Mobil 1 0W20 advanced fuel economy in 3 engines and in three different vehicles. 2009 Camry 4 cyl., 2012 Highlander V6 and a 2014 Honda Accord 4 cyl. The oil has made all three engines quiter compared to other oils I've ran and the gas mileage has improved. Dixie. Aug 9, 2003. #1. Here's my take on Redline, based on the results I've seen to date and a fair amount of experience with synthetic lubes: Strong Points: 1) Probably the best shear stability of any multrgrade I've seen - even the 5w-40 and 10w-40 grades simply don't shear. If you look at the spec sheets, it's easy to figure out why.5. What your daily drive is like: Weekends and/or fair weather, and driven to a dragstrip about 50 miles away for 1/4 mile racing. 6. Whether your car has any known problems: Oil clearances are wide, on the order of .0035-.004". This is a necessity on this engine at current horsepower levels.This is for New oil samples, not used.Learn from Pennzoil experts about motor oil myths, viscosity grades, and component wear in a question and answer session on Bob Is the Oil Guy (BITOG) forum. Meet the Shell technical team members who …Oct 30, 2020 · Oct 30, 2020. #5. You want to use a non-detergent 30 or oil labeled for compressors. Synthetic or conventional is fine. The use of multi weight automotive oils with detergent will cause foaming and will keep dirt and whatever other contaminants suspended in the oil instead of dropping to the sump. 2. Better Fuel Economy: Drive on average an extra 550 miles per year vs. a dirty engine (Fuel economy measurements made using CAFE cycle under FTP75. Avg of 550 extra miles based on mixed city/highway miles and US avg of 13,476 miles driven per year with 4.1% better MPG vs dirty engine. Source …Wisconsin, USA. Feb 1, 2023. #1. I own a 2021 Subaru Forester Limited that I do my own oil changes on. I learned on BITOG that the by pass setting is 27 psi on Subaru branded filters. I use Wix, Fram and Purolator oil filters and found only the Wix has a 27 psi setting. Fram and Purolator spec a lower range as …Used Oil Analysis - Gasoline. Post your UOAs for gasoline engines here. 1. 2. 3. …. 402. Next. Filters.This is my personal favorite, Gumout HM and Techron total fuel system cleaner are also good. For varnish Berrymans Chemtool is hard to beat, it works very well. A couple of ounces in the lawnmower or other small engine every third or forth tank will keep it running like new indefinitely.May 21, 2012. #1. Hey guys, There've been lots of good reviews lately on the Lubegard Red ATF supplement. BITOG seems to be getting more comfortable with Lubegard as a company that is adding value to the lubricant industry and is not just another snake oil peddler. Does anyone have experience with their gear fluid …slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,974 Location USA. Aug 7, 2020 #13 standard, unless the car is known for sludge or other issues, then short If the car has an OLM, I use the cheapest synthetic on sale to the computer-suggested OCI extended on older cars not using an OLM; these get top …Views. 416. Yesterday at 9:53 AM. D60. N. Walmart In-Store deals! $32 for 12 quarts of SuperTech Full Synthetic! $39 for 12 quarts Valvoline Advanced! Navi. Mar …5,611. Location. Central Arkansastan. Nov 21, 2022. #14. IIRC, 2002 is also when the forum layout changed, and everyone's joined date got lost, hence why I believe you won't see anyone "older' than 2002. I actually joined in 99. I remember Bob posting. I still remember coming across the site on a dog pile search and wondering why …Triax Lubes is a new name for a previous product (Remmco) which is a marketing project from some guy from Romania. Their corporate address is listed and published as his residence in a neighborhood in Texas. The entire marketing project just smells fishy.40. Location. Houston, Texas. Mar 4, 2020. #2. By switching to a full synthetic, not even high mileage, you could easily get 7,500-10K out of a single oil change. This is a perfect use case for Super Tech/Amazon Basics/Kirkland Signature Oil... all made by Warren with a solid additive package. M.Dec 19, 2023 · A human hair is roughly 75 microns thick, and beach sand is typically 0.3 to 60 microns. “99%@20u” means a filter media can remove 99% of particles 20 microns and larger. “99%@50u” means a filter media can remove 99% of particles 50 microns and larger. The “20” media is much more effective than the “50.”. Figuratively think of ... Mar 10, 2024 · 2002 Silverado 5.3L Power Steering Pump/Rack & Pinion-Shake/vibration after replacing. Gito. Saturday at 11:29 AM. Replies. 5. Views. 145. 49 minutes ago. Gito. Prior to German Castrol 0w30, the opinion of Castrol was quite low. Their synthetics in the early 2000s were not that good. Over time they started to make better synethetics as demand grew for synthetic oil. EDGE EP is a good oil IMO and they do make others that are good as well such as their 0w40.Lots of traffic going on with speculation on the composition of this oil over at BITOG: Castrol EDGE 8 X better Wear Protection than Mobil - Bob Is The Oil Guy. I'll be very interested to see the as the first UOAs and VOAs become available. From a few other oil threads, some may know I recently switched from M1 Ext …How to improve air filters that appear to be made out of used clothes dryer sheets?This web page is a forum for discussing vehicles, lubrication and general automotive topics. It does not contain any information related to bitog, which is a …Some people are very opinionated and want to make everything into a competition, down to stupid little details like motor oil. Any full synthetic is a good choice as long as you dont exceed 10k mile change interval. If you want a longer interval, that's when you want to start paying closer attention. fooxzorz. •.Apr 21, 2005 · 9603 posts · Joined 2002. #1 · Apr 21, 2005. Just for the curious....I cruised over to the Bob is the Oil guy forum and posted some of my usual posts....and got banned. Apparently my version of the truth doesn't fit with the motives of the Amsoilmen and other snakeoil peddlers that own and sponsor that site. The fact that they would not take ... Engine oil analysis is a process that involves a sample of engine oil, whether virgin or used, and analyzing it for various properties and materials in order to monitor wear metals and contamination. By analyzing a sample of used engine oil, you can determine the wear rate, and overall service condition of an engine, along with spotting ...Prior to German Castrol 0w30, the opinion of Castrol was quite low. Their synthetics in the early 2000s were not that good. Over time they started to make better synethetics as demand grew for synthetic oil. EDGE EP is a good oil IMO and they do make others that are good as well such as their 0w40.I bought a 3-yr old BMW 3 yrs ago that had some sludging according to the mechanic. I felt like spending some money that time and tried Motul Engine Clean, and then used the expensive Motul 300V 5W-40 after that.In an ideal world the engine oil viscosity would always be 10 cSt, however in real world terms, the oil thickens as the temperature decreases. In fact, a basic un-additized mineral oil can thicken so much that it will not lubricate the engine properly at all. If the oil is 10 cSt at 212F, then at 104F (40C) it thickens up to 100 cSt, and at 32F ...This is for New oil samples, not used.In an ideal world the engine oil viscosity would always be 10 cSt, however in real world terms, the oil thickens as the temperature decreases. In fact, a basic un-additized mineral oil can thicken so much that it will not lubricate the engine properly at all. If the oil is 10 cSt at 212F, then at 104F (40C) it thickens up to 100 cSt, and at 32F ...Location. VA. Jun 26, 2020. #1. I switched over to the Molygen last change and will be changing it out next week with a fresh batch at 40M on my 2018 VW Golf Sportwagen that's turbo-swapped and tuned. I've been doing UOAs since new and have used LM's Leichtlauf High Tech 5W40 since the first change at …Jul 2, 2021. #1. This is my (probably very incomplete) summary of a bunch of threads here on BITOG regarding optimum practice for longest timing chain life. Desirable Properties of Oil: - As thick as possible for hot operating conditions (i.e. xW-40 > xW-30 > xW-20) - As thin as possible for cold-weather starts (i.e. 0W-x > …New Supertech "Advanced" Synthetic. Hi guys, wondering if anyone has any thoughts or analysis on the new Supertech "Advanced" Synthetic. It's $16.50 (only $2 more than the regular synthetic) and claims to be good for 20,000 miles. Hoping this is a situation like the Mobil Extended Performance where we get more …Pretty neat to get the back story to BITOG. Quattro Pete. Joined Oct 30, 2002 Messages 42,343 Location Great Lakes. Sep 22, 2016 #16 Tony purchased BITOG from Bob. When Tony passed away, his wife Helen took over. Helen still posts once in a while. BlueOvalFitter. Joined Feb 28, 2003 Messages 11,977 …3. All good oils. Find what you like. If you want to become picky, join BITOG. However, quaker state has year round rebates. Buy a jug of ultimate durability for 20 bucks, and get a 7 dollar check in the mail. Cheapest oil that way. 4. Honda's good, which is made by Fram. Fram Ultra are loved by many. They are built very well.There are goobers on the BITOG forum who are using them for THREE oil changes! I run them on my Ram but only for 8500 miles or so. I don't think they make an element style filter for the 4Runner. Aside from the expensive TRD filter, who makes a good element style filter that has a rubber seal? I don't like …Nov 18, 2020 · Prior to German Castrol 0w30, the opinion of Castrol was quite low. Their synthetics in the early 2000s were not that good. Over time they started to make better synethetics as demand grew for synthetic oil. EDGE EP is a good oil IMO and they do make others that are good as well such as their 0w40. Jul 2, 2021. #1. This is my (probably very incomplete) summary of a bunch of threads here on BITOG regarding optimum practice for longest timing chain life. Desirable Properties of Oil: - As thick as possible for hot operating conditions (i.e. xW-40 > xW-30 > xW-20) - As thin as possible for cold-weather starts (i.e. 0W-x > …bobistheoilguy.com Bob Is The Oil Guy Bob Is The Oil Guy Aka Bobistheoilguy.com RIP OFF BIAS - froze my post on Bi-tron (or bitron oil additive) so i could not respond! Internet *Author of original report: Ripoff on BITOG.com *General Comment: No Ripoff on BITOG.com *Author of original report: You are …slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,974 Location USA. Aug 7, 2020 #13 standard, unless the car is known for sludge or other issues, then short If the car has an OLM, I use the cheapest synthetic on sale to the computer-suggested OCI extended on older cars not using an OLM; these get top …Feb 6, 2020 · It contains the same sludge buster technology as Castrol GTX ULTRACLEAN and is even more effective at resisting the effects of high temperature and the strains and pressures delivered by the engine. By being a synthetic oil, along with the sludge and deposit performance, Castrol EDGE provides superior levels of oil burn off protection, meets ... Clarification for the Low-Viscosity "BITOG" Oil Movement. I'd like to address the inaccurate notion that endorsement of high viscosity oil is some kind of old-school mentality, and that the engineers who advised E34 BMW owners manual recommendations of such oil grades were, by implication, misguided. I believe a lot of …Triax Lubes is a new name for a previous product (Remmco) which is a marketing project from some guy from Romania. Their corporate address is listed and published as his residence in a neighborhood in Texas. The entire marketing project just smells fishy.Discussions about Fuels and Fuel Additives.193. Location. St. Paul, Minnesota. Mar 1, 2009. #1. In reading thru the various threads in bitog, I have compared the filtering specs of the WIX 51515 vs. the Motorcraft FL-1A as best I can. The WIX lists its Beta Ratio as 2/20 = 13/23, which I think translates to 95% @ 23 microns and 50% @ 13 microns. If the FL-1A has …5,690. Location. Columbus,Nebraska. Mar 19, 2020. #10. Been using Denso oil filters since 1967 when I purchased my first Toyota, a four door Corona with the 3R engine. For some years, it was Nippon Denso. Don't …Jul 6, 2020 · 5,063. Location. Muncie, Indiana. Jul 7, 2020. #9. I'm gonna go with the Fram Ultra, they're the most affordable filter in the high end class, only cost $9 or $7-8 on sale sometimes, Rural King has had them on sale for $8 for the last several months, even have the shorter 3506 that can be used on my Blazer for only $7 although I just bought the ... Bitog. 3,588 likes · 1 talking about this. SOAROpinion article that author's thesis states stock buybacks and poor leadership led to the breaking of Boeing.BITOG is a forum for enthusiasts of passenger car motor oil (PCMO) and other lubricants. Join the community to share your opinions, experiences, questions and …A List of our current SITE SPONSORS.Jun 12, 2017 · 3. All good oils. Find what you like. If you want to become picky, join BITOG. However, quaker state has year round rebates. Buy a jug of ultimate durability for 20 bucks, and get a 7 dollar check in the mail. Cheapest oil that way. 4. Honda's good, which is made by Fram. Fram Ultra are loved by many. They are built very well. Mission escape games, Chinese lantern festival raleigh, The union underground, Select cars and trucks, Tobin san antonio, Gentleman's club, Scopus, Trinity cadillac, Total wine charleston, Austin miller, Ben mynatt chevrolet, Gas company, Gerald r ford amphitheater, Triunfobet
Any volunteers would need to be familiar with editing Google Sheets, as it could be mucked up pretty quickly otherwise. Here is a link to the sheet as it stands. I've included separate tabs for 20, 30 and 40 grades. It can be improved (info on certifications can be added if the oil is not API SP, SN+ or SN) and I'm sure …. New england cycle works
17,155. Location. Kendall, FL. Aug 27, 2020. #15. slacktide_bitog said: Liqui-Moly motor isn't bad, just not always worth the price. The times when L-M is worth it is for European cars with special requirements (VW 508/509, BMW 10w60, etc). Plenty of ACEA oils not otherwise available here.1 The oil pump may move just as much heavy oil as light oil, but at some point, the pump bypass opens and part of the oil just flows back to the crankcase. 2 Street machines have excess water cooling capacity and a thermostat keeping the water temperature about the same most of the time.Mar 30, 2020 · Mobil's 0w-20 products have higher concentrations of PAO across the board versus the 5w-20 products, as yet another example. While a 5w-20 and a 0w-20 blended the same will result in a heavier base oil blend for the 5w-20 and thus require a lower VII treat rate, they are almost never blended the same. slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,974 Location USA. Aug 7, 2020 #13 standard, unless the car is known for sludge or other issues, then short If the car has an OLM, I use the cheapest synthetic on sale to the computer-suggested OCI extended on older cars not using an OLM; these get top …slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,974 Location USA. Aug 7, 2020 #13 standard, unless the car is known for sludge or other issues, then short If the car has an OLM, I use the cheapest synthetic on sale to the computer-suggested OCI extended on older cars not using an OLM; these get top …slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,974 Location USA. Aug 7, 2020 #13 standard, unless the car is known for sludge or other issues, then short If the car has an OLM, I use the cheapest synthetic on sale to the computer-suggested OCI extended on older cars not using an OLM; these get top …5. What your daily drive is like: Weekends and/or fair weather, and driven to a dragstrip about 50 miles away for 1/4 mile racing. 6. Whether your car has any known problems: Oil clearances are wide, on the order of .0035-.004". This is a necessity on this engine at current horsepower levels.Apr 2, 2017. #7. SuperTech is a reliable brand. I am running ST made by Warren and it's been good so far. I felt confident running this in my Infiniti after seeing how it is a highly regarded oil by the members of BITOG. I have never used the ST filters, but by all accounts, it too appears to be fine for use.Problem is - freedom kicked in, and well.....you got BITOG. No clear winners in any category. Bummer thing is Bob had a stroke. Bob sold the site to Tony, who ran the site for several years (3+?). Tony passed away and now Tony's wife, Helen, owns BITOG. (Maybe someone can timeline this with dates)Oct 24, 2013 · A Blackstone test may show low contamination but you'll have no idea what the TAN is. Use Lubeguard they include the TAN for free. On the OP's attachment from Bitog that poster is using the wrong fluid. The Amsoil he's using is a D4 T-IV viscosity. His 2013 requires WS which is a D6 viscosity. BEST OVERALL: Castrol 03084C Edge 5W-30 Advanced Full Synthetic. RUNNER-UP: Pennzoil – 550045192 Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Mobil 1 Extended …Nov 22, 2021. #9. Idemitsu 5w30 SP is a nice oil. One thing about it I like is the VII is low. 155. It exceeds the deposit control by >90% over GF-6 requirements (Sequence IIIH) and superior performance against higher heat application. The sulphated ash is 0.73 wt% by ASTM D874 test method.Aug 14, 2020 · Anyways, was at Costco today, saw the Kirkland synthetic oil on the shelf, in my area its on sale for $21 or $22 for the case (Two 5qt Jugs). Came home, and found this thread, and the super informative youtube video. IMO, this is an exceptional bargain. I am going back tomorrow to buy 2 cases (4 jugs total) of the 5w30 for GM products in my ... The A02 is made by FRAM. They were marked Honeywell when Honeywell owned Fram. I am one of the ones that has compared them. I agree it’s closest to the ToughGuard. It has one extra pleat than a TG but it is taken up by a metal seam clamp not seem on the EG or TG. Jay/MotorKing who was with Fram prior to Trico has said that the …Some people are very opinionated and want to make everything into a competition, down to stupid little details like motor oil. Any full synthetic is a good choice as long as you dont exceed 10k mile change interval. If you want a longer interval, that's when you want to start paying closer attention. fooxzorz. •.Apr 13, 2012 · Aug 16, 2012. #4. You have to look at the big picture in regard to synthetic oils. ANY synthetic oil, whether off the store shelf (Pennzoil, Mobil 1) or sold through a distributor (Amsoil, Redline)will provide MORE than adequate protection and performance for any engine. Use Amsoil, Pennzoil, Valvoline, Mobil 1, etc... with complete confidence. Discuss all things about electric vehicles, EV batteries, EV technology, etc.BITOG stands for Bob Is the Oil Guy (website) Suggest new definition. This definition appears very frequently and is found in the following Acronym Finder categories: Slang/chat, popular culture. Link/Page Citation. How is Bob Is the Oil Guy (website) abbreviated? BITOG stands for Bob Is the Oil Guy (website).Bitog is not a valid term or product related to synthetic oil. This web page reviews the best synthetic oils for cars and lawn equipment based on viscosity, additives, …193. Location. St. Paul, Minnesota. Mar 1, 2009. #1. In reading thru the various threads in bitog, I have compared the filtering specs of the WIX 51515 vs. the Motorcraft FL-1A as best I can. The WIX lists its Beta Ratio as 2/20 = 13/23, which I think translates to 95% @ 23 microns and 50% @ 13 microns. If the FL-1A has …slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,986 Location USA. Aug 6, 2021 #14 If you don't like Maxlife, Castrol Full Synthetic is also a good choice . 930.engineering. Joined May 17, 2021 Messages 1,986 Location open range. Aug 6, 2021 #15 While Castrol makes great gear oils I haven't seen any ZF 8HP specific …Alabama. Jan 26, 2016. #1. I may be about to get kicked out of the BITOG church here. I know this is high blasphemy on this site, but I must admit that I've run LUCAS Oil Stabilizer in a couple of my older engines. There, I've said it. It's out in the open. My 1998 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 3.4L V6 was an oil burner! That …3,813. Location. near Cincinnati, OH. Nov 7, 2019. #2. It would be cheaper to just take the 30wt oil from your lawn mower and run it through a Fram filter to clean it up enough for reuse. If your mower doesn't go through enough oil, they have a big vat of the stuff used at Autozone, take a 5 gallon bucket and get …How to improve air filters that appear to be made out of used clothes dryer sheets?There are goobers on the BITOG forum who are using them for THREE oil changes! I run them on my Ram but only for 8500 miles or so. I don't think they make an element style filter for the 4Runner. Aside from the expensive TRD filter, who makes a good element style filter that has a rubber seal? I don't like …Trying to find "The One" 15w40 oil to use across my whole fleet (pre-emission diesel and gas engines) TrazTractors. Mar 31, 2023. 2.27,361. Location. Upper Midwest. Jan 6, 2020. #3. Valvoline's entire statement is: Quote. Valvoline stands behind all of its products, including MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF. Use of MaxLifeMulti-Vehicle ATF in transmissions where recommended by Valvoline WILL NOT void the vehicle's warranty.Most of yall know i hate fram, blame on being on BITOG back then, hahha, anyway I pick fram Extra guard for everything I own now, anything that daily drive and drive in normal condition, I like fram cause its easy available and plentyfull and the price is right at walmart. and it does the job 5k miles or 6 month OCI. …Apr 15, 2021 · BEST OVERALL: Castrol 03084C Edge 5W-30 Advanced Full Synthetic. RUNNER-UP: Pennzoil – 550045192 Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full ... Community platform by XenForo ® © 2010-2024 XenForo Ltd. - BOB IS THE OIL GUY® This is a safe path to clean varnish and or sludge left behind by other oils. There are no solvents in this oil. It has enough ester to clean but still be safe with elastomers. Simply add a quart to the current oil and can be used for 1-2,000 miles preferably but can be run longer if needed. Changing a filter at 2,000 miles is …Jan 1, 2022 · 15,987. Location. USA. Jan 1, 2022. #2. Welcome to BITOG. There's probably nothing wrong with Ultra1plus motor oil since it is API SP licensed. The U1p gear oil for manual transmissions is no good, though. A. Best regards, Aly Tuñgol Shell Technical Information 1-800-237-8645 (Option 3, 1) I wonder if the influx of email from bitog asking that question prompted them to look deeper. Thats good news as it makes it even more suitable for TGDI like mine that trashes the oil.This is a safe path to clean varnish and or sludge left behind by other oils. There are no solvents in this oil. It has enough ester to clean but still be safe with elastomers. Simply add a quart to the current oil and can be used for 1-2,000 miles preferably but can be run longer if needed. Changing a filter at 2,000 miles is …Jun 10, 2018. #1. 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Friday at 7:16 PM.Wisconsin, USA. Feb 1, 2023. #1. I own a 2021 Subaru Forester Limited that I do my own oil changes on. I learned on BITOG that the by pass setting is 27 psi on Subaru branded filters. I use Wix, Fram and Purolator oil filters and found only the Wix has a 27 psi setting. Fram and Purolator spec a lower range as …Oct 26, 2023 · slacktide_bitog. Joined Mar 20, 2008 Messages 15,992 Location USA. Nov 20, 2023 #6 It sounds like Napa was dissatisfied with the Purolator cheapening, so Mann lost ... Learn from Pennzoil experts about motor oil myths, viscosity grades, and component wear in a question and answer session on Bob Is the Oil Guy (BITOG) forum. Meet the Shell technical team members who …May 21, 2012. #1. Hey guys, There've been lots of good reviews lately on the Lubegard Red ATF supplement. BITOG seems to be getting more comfortable with Lubegard as a company that is adding value to the lubricant industry and is not just another snake oil peddler. 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