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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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DO NOT USE 5W20 IN YOUR TRK!!! That oil is for hybrid cars that need fast oil circulation. A engine that idles will have low oil PSI when hot.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 06:05 PM
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I use Mobil 1 15w50, I also use it in my wifes Volvo with a turbo. I live in MI.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 06:42 PM
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very cool thanks for the link. If others can do it without removing the intake then I'm sure I can do it too... now for the other questions...
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 06:48 PM
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Thanks Spike! Mobil 1 Fully Synthetic right? Also does anyone have an opinion about theLucas Oil Stabilizer and Fuel Additive?
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 09:19 PM
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Disco03HSE, where in the Bay Area are you?
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 09:26 PM
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I'm on 19th Ave. out in the Sunset.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 09:28 PM
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If you need a oil stabalizer then you need a different motor oil.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 09:30 PM
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Go to Wal-Mart, six quarts of Mobil 1 and a Mopar (made by Purolator)oil filter.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 09:31 PM
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Make sure that you use premium gas and a fuel injector cleaner every oil change.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 09:32 PM
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You know that your trk requires premium gas, right?
 
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