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Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
08-11-2013, 05:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 33,615
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Bad gas mileage; 08 civic Si

Again, for everyone: When trying to diagnose a fuel economy problem you need to calculate your fuel economy more precisely and not talk about "XX miles on about 1/3 of a tank of fuel."

For those...
Forum: Transmission & Drivetrain
02-21-2011, 04:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 46,633
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Redline MTL, Honda MTF, or GM/ACDelco Synchromesh Fluid?

Guys, just keep in mind when selecting a syncro fluid, it's not just a matter of brands (additive chemistry) but also a matter of weight. Syncro fluids go from ATF-thin stuff all the way up to 90...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
07-03-2008, 06:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,142
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Recommendation of Oil (Kidnkorner)

I'll add to what KidnKorner said. Synthetic oil often gives you the slightest edge in economy ... but it's not because of magic, it is due to weight (viscosity) Mobil 1 (the most popular synthetic)...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
07-01-2008, 07:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,142
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (irnhyd889)

Guys, mixing brands is safe.

Now, there are different types of additive packages that don't necessarily work perfectly together so if you think you are improving a formula by mixing, you are...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
06-28-2008, 05:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,142
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (k20kid24)

I'm a BITOGian and have seen PROBABLY A THOUSAND UOAs (lab tests of oil).

I have not found an oil that is consistently and significantly better than all the rest but I've noticed some trends over...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
06-25-2008, 04:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 44,253
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Factory motor oil for '08 Civic SI? (EK FLY)

Guys, years ago Honda made a big deal about leaving their factory oil in for a certain amount of time (something like 5,000 miles) before the first change.

But when I bought my 2006, they (the...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
06-17-2008, 05:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 44,253
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Factory motor oil for '08 Civic SI? (2008fijibluesi)

"In oil or in fuel, they are still a waste of money."

This statement is based on ???

Some of the upper cylinder lubes can increase fuel economy ... at least a few percent. I know because I...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
06-15-2008, 05:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 44,253
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Factory motor oil for '08 Civic SI? (2008fijibluesi)

I rarely suggest putting additives in the oil. In this case, your owners' manual is correct and they are a waste of money. https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/emthdown.gif

But in the...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
06-14-2008, 12:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,142
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Recommendation of Oil (draken187)

There are no bad brands of oil that are SAE approved/certified.

I recommend you stay away from overpriced oils like Red Line that haven't proven to be worth the extra expense ... as well as silly...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
06-14-2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 44,253
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Factory motor oil for '08 Civic SI? (Bulli Kid)

I've never had an oil burner for a car ... even my '06 Civic with it's thin 5W-20 oil goes 5,000 miles without me having to add a drop. So, I'd say this car ... and the handful I owned before it ......
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
02-06-2008, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,918
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: synchromesh - good or bad (Perfectionist)

Perfectionist, I think you areconfusing the GM limited slip additive with the GM (and Chrysler and Pennzoil) syncromesh manual transmission fluids.

The syncromesh fluids are significantly lighter...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-27-2008, 06:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 30,455
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (WILD_WILL)

WILD WILL makes a good point. 0.1 of a quart is 3 ounces (actually 3.2 ounces). Does anyone think (seriously) that underfilling or overfilling your top level (top of the cross-hatched area) by 3...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-26-2008, 05:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 30,455
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (vladd)

Wow. Some people still believe the old myths about synthetic oil? I was hoping these would have died off in the last decade but ... *sigh* ... I see they haven't. ...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-21-2008, 07:30 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,991
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Squeal like a pig for me! (Bror Jace)

I'm not sure what it was ... but it's gone. A midnight test drive last night took care of that. I don't think I went more than 1 mile before the sound went away.

It must have been a bit of metal...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-20-2008, 06:37 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,991
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Squeal like a pig for me! (Chiovnidca)

"If it's from the front it doesn't have anything to do with this recall. It only deals with the rears.

I've been working on Hondas for a long time and have never seen a wheel bearing make a...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
01-20-2008, 01:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,991
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Squeal like a pig for me!

I came home from work yesterday and my '06 (with less than 14K miles on it) was squealing like the brakes were wore down to the indicators (passenger front wheel). It was late (and dark) and I...
Forum: Acura Integra
09-21-2005, 06:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,287
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (nholmes)

The Pennzoil, GM and Chrysler syncromesh fluids are too thin for Honda trannies. They are about a cSt of 9.0-9.5 while Hondas call for a cSt of 11.5.

Royal Purple Syncromax is Waaaaay too thin at...
Forum: Tech / Misc
09-14-2005, 06:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 921
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Tranny Oil Question (mmuller)

True, but 80 weight gear oil spans quite a range. The following chart shows that an 80 weight gear oil could be anywhere from 7.0 to 10.5 cSt.

http://www.specialtyformulatio...9.htm...
Forum: Tech / Misc
09-13-2005, 06:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 921
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Tranny Oil Question (dfoxengr)

"My ''super thin is going to f**k my tranny up' synchromesh works wonders for me, have used it for over 40k miles with plenty of runs at the track. Tranny still shifts like brand new ... what do you...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
09-12-2005, 05:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,913
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (KKVTi)

When I hear of a vampiric oil filter, I will pierce it with a screwdriver ... numerous times. Maybe also a wooden stake.

Until then, I do such things as a last resort ... something I've not yet...
Forum: Tech / Misc
09-12-2005, 05:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 921
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Tranny Oil Question (FaS4wS)

"I recommend Royal Purple."

Really? How irresponsible of you! https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/emthdown.gif

The recommended Honda MTF has a thickness of 11.5 cSt. Red Line MTL...
Forum: Tech / Misc
09-11-2005, 05:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 921
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Tranny Oil Question (b17eghatch)

Gawd!!

The GM/Chrysler/Pennzoil syncromesh fluids are significantly thinner than the 10W-30, Honda MTF or GL4 75W-85 recommended for these trannies. Don't use them.
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
09-11-2005, 10:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,913
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: (Bimmer99)

As long as the filter is intact, you should NOT puncture it to get it off. That is a last-ditch method only ... a real shade-tree-mechanic-old-school technique. ...
Forum: Honda Prelude
09-11-2005, 10:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 960
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: what motor oil (98vtec)

I see lots of Royal Purple fans here. That's just great. http://images.honda-tech.com/set1//smile/emcrook.gif

I've seen their 10W-30 oil thin down to a 20 weight in just 1,500 miles in a stock...
Forum: Tech / Misc
09-11-2005, 09:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 921
Posted By Bror Jace

Re: Tranny Oil Question (98coupe)

Do a search of this forum using the words "MTF" or "Syncromesh" to find lots of discussion here on these fluids.
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