Nathan0490

Which AMSOIL and filter do I need for my 09?

Thanks!

Nathan0490

I just spoke with Oil Doc, extremely nice and helpful guy.

Ordered 1 Gal + 1 Qt of Signature Series 0W-30 100% Synthetic Motor Oil (SSO)

and a EAO oil filter for under $62 bucks!

Can't wait

BABYGOTBACK

iTrader: (1)

Hard to get over the fact that you do not change your oil filter for 25k miles?! I know AMSOIL is a reputable company, but I would like to see what the Mitsu dealer would do if warranty work needed to be done, and you have no records of changing your oil or filter for the last year! Just my opinion; and you know what they say about opinions! LOL

Oil Doc

iTrader: (34)

That IS NOT the recommendation for the EVO...

Turbo Charged/ Super Charged engines fall into the "Longest Drain Interval Recommended by the OEM" Longer Intervals may be obtained by using oil analysis.

In the EVO, I believe the longest recommended interval with Synthetic oil is 5000 miles, I have several customers that have been using Oil Analyzers Inc. to test their oils and are able to not only extend their change intervals, but this helps keeps you aware of potential problems.. Just as some have found out that their Wetted Gauze Filter doesn't work very well as the UOA comes back with a high Silica count.

Also a great tool for wear metals and fuel dillution which many EVO engines are prone to.

Doc

reno rs

iTrader: (2)

I have been talking to an AMSOIL rep locally, and he said that it was required that I flush my engine with <insert AMSOIL engine flush product> before running the SSO (or any other AMSOIL oil). I am wondering what this stuff is, and is it really necessary? I've never heard of having to flush an engine before switching oil brands... FYI -- the car has only had Mobil 1 (not always the EP, didn't know there was a difference until recently). Thanks in advance!

lancer_styles

I'm guessing these same items would work for the 08 gts?

otter

iTrader: (14)

It's not necessary. I think the idea behind that is that he's assuming you've been running dino and that there's some buildup in the engine.

Oil Doc

iTrader: (34)

Usually only necessary if you have sludge buidup in your engine. MOST EVO owners are a little more meticulous on their oil changes and will probably not be necessary... Check on underside of oil fill cap for sludge. I usually only recommend on higher mileage engines where a peroleum oil has been run. I am calling over 60-65,000 higher mileage.

When you switch to AMSOIL, I would keep a physical eye on the condition of the oil as with its Superior cleaning ability, it may clean any residue out of the engine. This is perfectly normal.

That being said, I have switched engines with over 200,000 miles to the 0W-30 with no ill side effects.

Doc

Oil Doc

iTrader: (34)

Same thing.... The Lancer takes the AMSOIL EAO-13 filter

I just put the SSO in our '08 Lancer


Doc