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NSI31 · 02-17-2008, 08:13 PM

I have used Castrol (exclusively) in everything I have ever owned...(including Honda Gold-wings, big-block chevy's, etc)..and have never had a reason to believe that it was not an excellent lubricant.

Having inherited my wife's '07 that has had the oil changed regularly @ the dealership (and they use Pennzoil Synthetic), I am concerned about going back to regular Castrol....should I use Castrol Synthetic now?

2RedV's · 02-17-2008, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NSI31

I have used Castrol (exclusively) in everything I have ever owned...(including Honda Gold-wings, big-block chevy's, etc)..and have never had a reason to believe that it was not an excellent lubricant.

Having inherited my wife's '07 that has had the oil changed regularly @ the dealership (and they use Pennzoil Synthetic), I am concerned about going back to regular Castrol....should I use Castrol Synthetic now?

It won't hurt a thing even if you switched back and forth with every oil change. I just wouldn't switch to a full synthetic on an older vehicle since the synthetic tends to seep past oil seals.

Arcticf7ext · 04-11-2008, 12:15 PM

I run Synthetic in my sled and going to in the CRV now.

While ordering my sled oil I order AMSOIL order full Synthetic and the Amsoil filter.

Just reading the thread, the slaes of Amsoil is a bit strange but I do like the product. I guess buying a Costco membership is also a little strange.

2RedV's · 04-13-2008, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arcticf7ext

I run Synthetic in my sled and going to in the CRV now.

While ordering my sled oil I order AMSOIL order full Synthetic and the Amsoil filter.

Just reading the thread, the slaes of Amsoil is a bit strange but I do like the product. I guess buying a Costco membership is also a little strange.

The issue I have with Amsoil is that the most ardent supporters of the product also sell the product. Of course they claim it is the best you can get.

Dark side note: NEVER put Amsoil synthetic trans fluid in a Honda. If in doubt, search Amsoil transmission Honda failure (etc.) terms on google. If it isn't Honda ZL-1, don't put it in your auto trans!

Arcticf7ext · 04-14-2008, 07:43 AM

Thanks for tip 2RedV's. When it comes due for the transmission fluide I was going to do some reasech. I think it was mention (maybe by you) early in this thread about sticking with the Honda Trans fluide.

Awesome vehicle, just did the rear brakes at 111 Kms, and I'm extremely impressed on how nice it is to work on.

Great site.

ajchien · 05-26-2008, 01:09 AM

Re: filters

I've cut open the Honda 15400-PLM-A02 filter. The insides of it is identical to a Fram Extra Guard filter. It has the cardoboard endcaps etc. It was used for about 5K miles - the cardboard was saturated with oil, but it still seemed to hold up okay (i.e. I really had to jab at it with a screwdriver before I could poke a hole through the endcaps)

Sorry, I didnt take pictures - it was a few months ago.

ajchien · 06-01-2008, 06:30 PM

Here are pics of the Honda A02 filter:
Notice: made in Canada, by Honeywell
The second to last pic, The cardboard endcaps seemed to hold up pretty good, but I easily put a drill into the cardboard endcap by hand-poking it in and then turning it a few times to pull up some cardboard fibers.
Overall the filter looks like it held up pretty well. This was on dealer oil for 5000 miles.
please excuse some of the blue flakes, they were from cutting the can open.

My personal opinion is that the A02 and other fram variants should do well at 5000mi changes. Becuase of the anecdotal reports of fram failures though, I personally won't use it for much longer than 5k miles - and I probably won't put it in any "high performance car". I like the idea of the synthetic media filters like AMSOIL EaO, Mobil 1 EP, and Purolator PureOne, but havent really seen any evidence that they are any better in making a engine go 300k miles than any other cheaper filter.

aia · 06-30-2008, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2RedV's

It won't hurt a thing even if you switched back and forth with every oil change. I just wouldn't switch to a full synthetic on an older vehicle since the synthetic tends to seep past oil seals.

Hi,
newbie here and sorry to hijack...

Can you please define "old"?

I have assumed control of the wife's '00 with 95K miles on it and I am considering going to synthetic.
Thanks,
aia

Carbuff2 · 06-30-2008, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aia

Hi,

I have assumed control of the wife's '00 with 95K miles on it and I am considering going to synthetic.
Thanks,
aia

My advice is to try the synthetic. Your engine will not suffer and you will get longer change intervals.

If you start to notice leaks, either use a high-mileage synth oil (added seal conditioners) or go back to dino oil.

JMHO

aia · 07-02-2008, 11:41 PM

Not such a bad idea. Perhaps I'll start with a nigh mileage syn off the bat to avoid a potential leak and the cost of a refill.
thanks!

02-17-2008, 08:13 PM	#91
NSI31 crv\|oc Rank: Member 2007 2WD EX 5AT Taffeta White Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: East Tennessee (Smokey Mts.) Posts: 65	I have used Castrol (exclusively) in everything I have ever owned...(including Honda Gold-wings, big-block chevy's, etc)..and have never had a reason to believe that it was not an excellent lubricant. Having inherited my wife's '07 that has had the oil changed regularly @ the dealership (and they use Pennzoil Synthetic), I am concerned about going back to regular Castrol....should I use Castrol Synthetic now? __________________ *gary*

05-26-2008, 01:09 AM	#96
ajchien crv\|oc Rank: Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 82	Re: filters I've cut open the Honda 15400-PLM-A02 filter. The insides of it is identical to a Fram Extra Guard filter. It has the cardoboard endcaps etc. It was used for about 5K miles - the cardboard was saturated with oil, but it still seemed to hold up okay (i.e. I really had to jab at it with a screwdriver before I could poke a hole through the endcaps) Sorry, I didnt take pictures - it was a few months ago. Last edited by ajchien; 05-26-2008 at 01:14 AM.

06-01-2008, 06:30 PM	#97
ajchien crv\|oc Rank: Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 82	Here are pics of the Honda A02 filter: Notice: made in Canada, by Honeywell The second to last pic, The cardboard endcaps seemed to hold up pretty good, but I easily put a drill into the cardboard endcap by hand-poking it in and then turning it a few times to pull up some cardboard fibers. Overall the filter looks like it held up pretty well. This was on dealer oil for 5000 miles. please excuse some of the blue flakes, they were from cutting the can open. My personal opinion is that the A02 and other fram variants should do well at 5000mi changes. Becuase of the anecdotal reports of fram failures though, I personally won't use it for much longer than 5k miles - and I probably won't put it in any "high performance car". I like the idea of the synthetic media filters like AMSOIL EaO, Mobil 1 EP, and Purolator PureOne, but havent really seen any evidence that they are any better in making a engine go 300k miles than any other cheaper filter. Attached Images Last edited by ajchien; 06-01-2008 at 06:50 PM.

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04-11-2008, 12:15 PM	#93
Arcticf7ext crv\|oc Rank: Member 2003 4WD EX 5AT Eternal Blue Pearl Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Stittsville ON, Canada Posts: 6	I run Synthetic in my sled and going to in the CRV now. While ordering my sled oil I order AMSOIL order full Synthetic and the Amsoil filter. Just reading the thread, the slaes of Amsoil is a bit strange but I do like the product. I guess buying a Costco membership is also a little strange.

04-14-2008, 07:43 AM	#95
Arcticf7ext crv\|oc Rank: Member 2003 4WD EX 5AT Eternal Blue Pearl Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Stittsville ON, Canada Posts: 6	Thanks for tip 2RedV's. When it comes due for the transmission fluide I was going to do some reasech. I think it was mention (maybe by you) early in this thread about sticking with the Honda Trans fluide. Awesome vehicle, just did the rear brakes at 111 Kms, and I'm extremely impressed on how nice it is to work on. Great site.

07-02-2008, 11:41 PM	#100
aia crv\|oc Rank: Member 2000 4WD EX 5MT Satin Silver Metallic Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 2	Not such a bad idea. Perhaps I'll start with a nigh mileage syn off the bat to avoid a potential leak and the cost of a refill. thanks!