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Old Dec 25, 2011 | 07:07 AM
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hey guys about to do an oil change tomorrow. wondering what's the best oil to run on a 4.6 4 valve in very hot temperature. I live in the middle of the pacific and temps. get around 90 degrees year round. and what's a good rear differential fluid also. thanks
Old Dec 25, 2011 | 09:03 AM
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mobil or royal purple full synthetic 5w-30
Old Dec 25, 2011 | 10:32 PM
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Mobile 1 5w\30 here in all my Ponys
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 02:18 AM
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so a 5w30 is good for hot temps? thanks guys
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 05:12 AM
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I run Penzoil Ultra 10w30.
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 06:56 AM
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5w30 sounds right ...can't go wrong with Mobil 1 or RP
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 07:07 AM
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I just changed my plugs and wires. why is my check engine light still on. it only goes on after driving for a little?
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by KinGCobrA97
I just changed my plugs and wires. why is my check engine light still on. it only goes on after driving for a little?
Ummmm........................what code is it? Plugs and wires dont make CELs go away.
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 08:05 AM
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go to advanced auto or autozone have them pull the codes then come back here and let us know and we can help
Old Dec 26, 2011 | 08:41 AM
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could they do thy at napa? it's the only auto parts store here on Guam



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