Total Impression
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Just changed to Total mineral oil after using Mobil 1 syn for
the past years. It's specifically called the Total Quartz 5000
SL 15W50 (API SL/CF).
The mech who owns an Audi A4 has been using Total pointed out
that it's better than many a mineral oils around, highlighting
the fact that it's a robust oil suited for hot climates and
blended abroad (presumably in France) and only packaged in
Malaysia.
Well, Total is an established brand and first impression is
good. Engine sounds quieter (reminds me of the Helix commercial
- the engine is singing), smoothness the same as Mobil 1. Have
to run it in a couple of weeks to gauge its @goodness@.
It's only RM49 per 4-litre pack and should last a good 5,000km
before an oil change is due.
Those who have been using this Total grade regularly, do share
your experience with this oil. This has been a big switch for
me and - keeping fingers crossed - will convince me to get
Total-ly into it for the lifespan of the car.
Where can I get Total myself for a good price? Stockist PH Auto
Enterprise of SEA Park, PJ, doesn't sell it.
On the auto tranny issue I posted days ago about the P-L shift
being notchy, it appears that it's a minor prob that can be
fixed by getting to the gearshifter innards from inside the
cabin.
To give the cooling system extra TLC, I have mixed BMW coolant
with battery water. Water only RM6 so no big deal....it will
pay off in longer lasting radiator.
amazingly, the Jurid brake pads are still in pretty good shape
after 2 years' use, but then I'm not an aggressive driver,
preferring not to push the car too hard, so that explains their
longetivity.
end of *pseudo-blog*
