Finally did the switch, picked up my Evo X MR today!!
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There is some truth to this all engine manufactures run their engines in the factory to test them, and they usually run them up to redline a few times.
(I did redline it while I was test driving it tho
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But its worth every penny.
Im thinking of switching to Redline because there are some indications that it is a superior motor oil because of the ester PAO base stock. But Im not yet convinced.
Either way, either is far superioir to any other brand of motor oil. Especially considering the high RPM and turbo lubrication demands.
Regarding the highway speeds, as I previously mentioned...break-in as far as Im considered is not necessary on a factory new car. If it was a build you had done then that would be a different matter altogether. Then you need to go through the process of seating the rings and valves etc.
OEMs do not trust the consumer (with good reason) to properly break in a motor. They would go bankrupt. And with todays manufactering process, modern oils, and engine materials, its a while different story than the days when you brought home the Chevy and had to break it in.
Just the same for 600 miles vary your RPMs, dont baby it, and use the factory oil until the recommended change. Then go to whatever oil you are going to use....and stick with it. Use a quality high-flow filter.
I dont believe in changing oils all the time. How will you tell if anyting is wrong when you get it tested unless you are using the same oil through consecutive oil changes? If its a known quality oil then there is no reason to change, and if something isnt right on your oil report the problem can usualy be daignose.
I changed my drivetrain fluid earlier than recommended. I had the dealer do it with the Mitsu lube.
FWIW
Welcome to the club.
But its worth every penny.
Im thinking of switching to Redline because there are some indications that it is a superior motor oil because of the ester PAO base stock. But Im not yet convinced.
Either way, either is far superioir to any other brand of motor oil. Especially considering the high RPM and turbo lubrication demands.
Regarding the highway speeds, as I previously mentioned...break-in as far as Im considered is not necessary on a factory new car. If it was a build you had done then that would be a different matter altogether. Then you need to go through the process of seating the rings and valves etc.
OEMs do not trust the consumer (with good reason) to properly break in a motor. They would go bankrupt. And with todays manufactering process, modern oils, and engine materials, its a while different story than the days when you brought home the Chevy and had to break it in.
Just the same for 600 miles vary your RPMs, dont baby it, and use the factory oil until the recommended change. Then go to whatever oil you are going to use....and stick with it. Use a quality high-flow filter.
I dont believe in changing oils all the time. How will you tell if anyting is wrong when you get it tested unless you are using the same oil through consecutive oil changes? If its a known quality oil then there is no reason to change, and if something isnt right on your oil report the problem can usualy be daignose.
I changed my drivetrain fluid earlier than recommended. I had the dealer do it with the Mitsu lube.
FWIW
But its worth every penny.
Im thinking of switching to Redline because there are some indications that it is a superior motor oil because of the ester PAO base stock. But Im not yet convinced.
Either way, either is far superioir to any other brand of motor oil. Especially considering the high RPM and turbo lubrication demands.
Regarding the highway speeds, as I previously mentioned...break-in as far as Im considered is not necessary on a factory new car. If it was a build you had done then that would be a different matter altogether. Then you need to go through the process of seating the rings and valves etc.
OEMs do not trust the consumer (with good reason) to properly break in a motor. They would go bankrupt. And with todays manufactering process, modern oils, and engine materials, its a while different story than the days when you brought home the Chevy and had to break it in.
Just the same for 600 miles vary your RPMs, dont baby it, and use the factory oil until the recommended change. Then go to whatever oil you are going to use....and stick with it. Use a quality high-flow filter.
I dont believe in changing oils all the time. How will you tell if anyting is wrong when you get it tested unless you are using the same oil through consecutive oil changes? If its a known quality oil then there is no reason to change, and if something isnt right on your oil report the problem can usualy be daignose.
I changed my drivetrain fluid earlier than recommended. I had the dealer do it with the Mitsu lube.
FWIW
So I will be using amsoil for the oil which one do you recommend 5w20? or 0w20?
This is the two came out when I searched on amsoil.com
100% Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil (ASMQT)
XL 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLMQT)
I am taking you are using %100 Synthetic 0w-20?
Well it wouldnt be fair to compare 5 yr old car to a brand new one but I will do it any ways:
Evo has sick seats, hands down and seems like it handles better than my STi which had coilovers, f/r sways, hardned endlinks and wider RE01Rs. Cabin noise a lot less. Evo do not have auto dimming mirror which my STi did. Evo is 300lbs heavier than the STi therefore feels like a tank. Slower compared to my Stg 2.5 STi. Very very small trunk but more back seat room. Driver seat height is not adjustable on EVO.
Manual transmission is a lot funner than paddle shifters...
I am liking the EVO so far but I will never forget my STi...
Evo has sick seats, hands down and seems like it handles better than my STi which had coilovers, f/r sways, hardned endlinks and wider RE01Rs. Cabin noise a lot less. Evo do not have auto dimming mirror which my STi did. Evo is 300lbs heavier than the STi therefore feels like a tank. Slower compared to my Stg 2.5 STi. Very very small trunk but more back seat room. Driver seat height is not adjustable on EVO.
Manual transmission is a lot funner than paddle shifters...
I am liking the EVO so far but I will never forget my STi...
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Excellent decision! I had an 06 STI with a 20G and all that goes along with it. I will never forget the brute torque of that car, but the Evo X is simply on another level. I'm glad I made the switch and I think you'll continue to be glad you did as well.
have fun modding!
I need bolt-ons and a tune on the EVO asap.
Thanks bro! Hopefully I can get the EVO to my STi's level one day.\
