Quick Question About Oil, Etc
02-25-14, 11:32 AM
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Quick Question About Oil, Etc
A lot of questions, sorry. I have looked most of this up, just wanted some 2nd opinions. So, for all of the GS300 guys out there, I'm planning on doing a big maintenance soon on my GS. I don't drive it everyday so I've been procrastinating. I finally have a sunday off so I guess Ill knock it out. It needs a new serpentine belt, along with some new plugs, air filter and cabin air filter, oil change w/ filter, and then some seafoam treatment (maybe) I might just do the seafoam treatment a 100 miles or so closer to the next oil change. Anyway, just want to make sure I'm on the right track here.
So from what I've read, the Torque Master Plugs seems to be awesome, especially for the GS400 guys. I've heard good things about them, and I've heard they can do some justice for us 6 bangers. So, I found them on L-tuned, $12 a plug. Yikes, thats a lot. But, for our 6 cyl engines, is it really noticable? Does it really help that much to spend that much on a plug? Or would it be better to run something else, maybe like an NGK Precious Metal, like Double Platinum for the money?
Serpentine belt, I plan to go with a good ol' Gates Micro V. Those belts have been doing me justice for all my Nissans, and even my Chevy. But is there anything else that would possibly work better for our cars?
Air Filter, well, I still have the stock air box, so I guess a replacement is in order, I'm thinking about just a regular Wix filter. But they have a K&N one, but its 65$. Would there be any huge difference with that? Or is it best to just run a regular replacement?
Cabin Air Filter, I've seen some cool ones that are scented and seem really interesting, kinda pricy, but if anyone is running a cabin air filter like that, how is it. Do you recommend it? Or should I just stick with an OEM one?
And Oil. Now, My GS is just about to hit 120k. The previous owner was running synthetic, and for high milage cars, I like to run Mobil 1 High Mileage Advance, with an OEM or Wix filter. Works wonders in my Nissan's. But, our Lexus is a whole different machine. For our cars, what would be a good oil to run for our 2J's? And the filter that goes with it.
I ask all of these questions just to get some 2nd opinions on what's the best to use, and what's not. Thanks in advance!
So from what I've read, the Torque Master Plugs seems to be awesome, especially for the GS400 guys. I've heard good things about them, and I've heard they can do some justice for us 6 bangers. So, I found them on L-tuned, $12 a plug. Yikes, thats a lot. But, for our 6 cyl engines, is it really noticable? Does it really help that much to spend that much on a plug? Or would it be better to run something else, maybe like an NGK Precious Metal, like Double Platinum for the money?
Serpentine belt, I plan to go with a good ol' Gates Micro V. Those belts have been doing me justice for all my Nissans, and even my Chevy. But is there anything else that would possibly work better for our cars?
Air Filter, well, I still have the stock air box, so I guess a replacement is in order, I'm thinking about just a regular Wix filter. But they have a K&N one, but its 65$. Would there be any huge difference with that? Or is it best to just run a regular replacement?
Cabin Air Filter, I've seen some cool ones that are scented and seem really interesting, kinda pricy, but if anyone is running a cabin air filter like that, how is it. Do you recommend it? Or should I just stick with an OEM one?
And Oil. Now, My GS is just about to hit 120k. The previous owner was running synthetic, and for high milage cars, I like to run Mobil 1 High Mileage Advance, with an OEM or Wix filter. Works wonders in my Nissan's. But, our Lexus is a whole different machine. For our cars, what would be a good oil to run for our 2J's? And the filter that goes with it.
I ask all of these questions just to get some 2nd opinions on what's the best to use, and what's not. Thanks in advance!
02-25-14, 11:44 AM
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$12 a plug? wtf? i'd go with denso plugs. Gates makes excellent belts. Air filter is up to you.... i got the blitz drop in filter. Cabin air filter is also blitz which really last a lifetime and are super high quality. Oil is really whatever.. run the viscosity they recommend on the cap and use the toyota filters. My 2 cents.
02-25-14, 02:56 PM
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$12 a plug? wtf? i'd go with denso plugs. Gates makes excellent belts. Air filter is up to you.... i got the blitz drop in filter. Cabin air filter is also blitz which really last a lifetime and are super high quality. Oil is really whatever.. run the viscosity they recommend on the cap and use the toyota filters. My 2 cents.
02-25-14, 09:51 PM
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02-26-14, 08:14 PM
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I use the Mobil 1 synthetic for high mileage. I have read a bunch of people on the forum also use it and never heard of any problems with it. And like someone else stated I would just go with the Denso plugs....no need to change to something else. I havent changed my cabin air filter yet but definitely planning on doing that this spring. The scented ones sounds pretty interesting. Anyone use a scented one that has input?
02-26-14, 08:37 PM
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03-01-14, 04:32 AM
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A lot of questions, sorry. I have looked most of this up, just wanted some 2nd opinions. So, for all of the GS300 guys out there, I'm planning on doing a big maintenance soon on my GS. I don't drive it everyday so I've been procrastinating. I finally have a sunday off so I guess Ill knock it out. It needs a new serpentine belt, along with some new plugs, air filter and cabin air filter, oil change w/ filter, and then some seafoam treatment (maybe) I might just do the seafoam treatment a 100 miles or so closer to the next oil change. Anyway, just want to make sure I'm on the right track here.
So from what I've read, the Torque Master Plugs seems to be awesome, especially for the GS400 guys. I've heard good things about them, and I've heard they can do some justice for us 6 bangers. So, I found them on L-tuned, $12 a plug. Yikes, thats a lot. But, for our 6 cyl engines, is it really noticable? Does it really help that much to spend that much on a plug? Or would it be better to run something else, maybe like an NGK Precious Metal, like Double Platinum for the money?
Torque Master? Gimmick company selling chinese plugs.Use Autolite Iridium Fine wrie plugs for 7.99 each and you will be amazed at the improvement in performance and fuel economy
Serpentine belt, I plan to go with a good ol' Gates Micro V. Those belts have been doing me justice for all my Nissans, and even my Chevy. But is there anything else that would possibly work better for our cars?
Gates makes excellent belts
Air Filter, well, I still have the stock air box, so I guess a replacement is in order, I'm thinking about just a regular Wix filter. But they have a K&N one, but its 65$. Would there be any huge difference with that? Or is it best to just run a regular replacement?
Fram air filters are 99% efficient, K+N are 60%, meaning they a whole lot more dirt in your engine
Cabin Air Filter, I've seen some cool ones that are scented and seem really interesting, kinda pricy, but if anyone is running a cabin air filter like that, how is it. Do you recommend it? Or should I just stick with an OEM one?
Fram Fresh breeze filters are carbon impregnated like the OE filter and also have Arm and Hammer baking soda for additional odor absorbing, around 18$ retail
And Oil. Now, My GS is just about to hit 120k. The previous owner was running synthetic, and for high milage cars, I like to run Mobil 1 High Mileage Advance, with an OEM or Wix filter. Works wonders in my Nissan's. But, our Lexus is a whole different machine. For our cars, what would be a good oil to run for our 2J's? And the filter that goes with it.
You should continue to use high quality synthetic, 120k is hardly high mileage for a 2JZ engine, I recommend a FRAM Ultra filter, it is by far the best oil filter in the industry, look on the Bob is the Oil Guy website for information.
I ask all of these questions just to get some 2nd opinions on what's the best to use, and what's not. Thanks in advance!
So from what I've read, the Torque Master Plugs seems to be awesome, especially for the GS400 guys. I've heard good things about them, and I've heard they can do some justice for us 6 bangers. So, I found them on L-tuned, $12 a plug. Yikes, thats a lot. But, for our 6 cyl engines, is it really noticable? Does it really help that much to spend that much on a plug? Or would it be better to run something else, maybe like an NGK Precious Metal, like Double Platinum for the money?
Torque Master? Gimmick company selling chinese plugs.Use Autolite Iridium Fine wrie plugs for 7.99 each and you will be amazed at the improvement in performance and fuel economy
Serpentine belt, I plan to go with a good ol' Gates Micro V. Those belts have been doing me justice for all my Nissans, and even my Chevy. But is there anything else that would possibly work better for our cars?
Gates makes excellent belts
Air Filter, well, I still have the stock air box, so I guess a replacement is in order, I'm thinking about just a regular Wix filter. But they have a K&N one, but its 65$. Would there be any huge difference with that? Or is it best to just run a regular replacement?
Fram air filters are 99% efficient, K+N are 60%, meaning they a whole lot more dirt in your engine
Cabin Air Filter, I've seen some cool ones that are scented and seem really interesting, kinda pricy, but if anyone is running a cabin air filter like that, how is it. Do you recommend it? Or should I just stick with an OEM one?
Fram Fresh breeze filters are carbon impregnated like the OE filter and also have Arm and Hammer baking soda for additional odor absorbing, around 18$ retail
And Oil. Now, My GS is just about to hit 120k. The previous owner was running synthetic, and for high milage cars, I like to run Mobil 1 High Mileage Advance, with an OEM or Wix filter. Works wonders in my Nissan's. But, our Lexus is a whole different machine. For our cars, what would be a good oil to run for our 2J's? And the filter that goes with it.
You should continue to use high quality synthetic, 120k is hardly high mileage for a 2JZ engine, I recommend a FRAM Ultra filter, it is by far the best oil filter in the industry, look on the Bob is the Oil Guy website for information.
I ask all of these questions just to get some 2nd opinions on what's the best to use, and what's not. Thanks in advance!
03-01-14, 12:01 PM
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I am biased, I work for FRAM/Autolite and Prestone. Look up Scrapyard Scamp on facebook, see the 2JZGTE powered Plymouth Scamp we built at FRAM for the hot rod power tour last year, it was also recently featured in GrassRoots Motorsports magazine. Make sure you check/ change your coolant as it is likely overdue. What about your timing belt?
03-02-14, 07:37 AM
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A good tech will replace the water pump, the tensioner and carfully check all pulleys for wear while doing this, also a great time to get the coolant flushed and changed.
03-02-14, 04:34 PM
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Back on Subject so far
For Spark plugs, I'm still debating on Torque Masters, Denso's or NGK's. Just don't know which is best for our cars.
Serpentine Belt is Gates.
Air Filter is OEM until I get rid of the stock box for the Injen I want.
Cabin Air Filter, Im going with Blitz
And Oil im not to sure.
So my main questions so far are, what is the best Spark Plugs and Oil to run in the GS300?
I did see your post motorking. But I'm not real big on fram or autolite products. Not that they are bad, but id rather have densos than autolites for my Lexus. Thats the direct OEM plug, so you get the idea.
For Spark plugs, I'm still debating on Torque Masters, Denso's or NGK's. Just don't know which is best for our cars.
Serpentine Belt is Gates.
Air Filter is OEM until I get rid of the stock box for the Injen I want.
Cabin Air Filter, Im going with Blitz
And Oil im not to sure.
So my main questions so far are, what is the best Spark Plugs and Oil to run in the GS300?
I did see your post motorking. But I'm not real big on fram or autolite products. Not that they are bad, but id rather have densos than autolites for my Lexus. Thats the direct OEM plug, so you get the idea.
Last edited by Aristo722; 03-02-14 at 05:55 PM.
03-02-14, 06:11 PM
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You know, once you get to a certain level, I don't think there is a best, just a matter of preference. Personally, I think that synthetic oils are better than dino oil. That aside, I think M1, Amsoil, and Royal Purple are all top-of-the line oils. One may perform somewhat better than the other in one area or another. But they all provide superior lubrication and viscosity, seal protection and engine cleaning properties. You can probably find as many singing the praises for one as for the other. I don't think it's going to matter that much as long as you keep up the scheduled maintenance. As an FYI, Mobile makes Toyota oils for them.
As for the spark plugs, I have always been one to believe that the manufacturer knows best. So I am partial to the Denso's and NGKs. I have never used the Torque Masters, so I really don't have a basis for comparison. Whatever you choose, I believe it is recommended that you use double-grounded plugs.
As for the spark plugs, I have always been one to believe that the manufacturer knows best. So I am partial to the Denso's and NGKs. I have never used the Torque Masters, so I really don't have a basis for comparison. Whatever you choose, I believe it is recommended that you use double-grounded plugs.
03-03-14, 08:04 AM
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You know, once you get to a certain level, I don't think there is a best, just a matter of preference. Personally, I think that synthetic oils are better than dino oil. That aside, I think M1, Amsoil, and Royal Purple are all top-of-the line oils. One may perform somewhat better than the other in one area or another. But they all provide superior lubrication and viscosity, seal protection and engine cleaning properties. You can probably find as many singing the praises for one as for the other. I don't think it's going to matter that much as long as you keep up the scheduled maintenance. As an FYI, Mobile makes Toyota oils for them.
As for the spark plugs, I have always been one to believe that the manufacturer knows best. So I am partial to the Denso's and NGKs. I have never used the Torque Masters, so I really don't have a basis for comparison. Whatever you choose, I believe it is recommended that you use double-grounded plugs.
As for the spark plugs, I have always been one to believe that the manufacturer knows best. So I am partial to the Denso's and NGKs. I have never used the Torque Masters, so I really don't have a basis for comparison. Whatever you choose, I believe it is recommended that you use double-grounded plugs.