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Now that's one test even I could do myself, and understand. Were both oils the same grade?

Yeah, somebody that mixes up his own oil formulae (and for racing) must know a thing or three about what makes certain oils and additives tick. I just wish I could comprehend more of all the good info he presents.

Guess I've been lucky, and so far able to back out after getting fuel. But that's with shorter (44' and less) trailers. When pulling doubles it's a different story...those I struggle with even backing up in a straight line.

For something like oils I would trust The Motor Oil Geek's testing infinitely more than anybody else.

I bought 18.5 gallons of oil this week. And not because all of a sudden I'll start changing it every six months, like the manual for many of them say I must, but some vehicles hold more than others. .

Exactly why I do it in the fall. Fresh oil in the pan doesn't go bad or do anything bad during winter.

Guess I should point out that you can get them to test for it...for an extra fee. But why, when other labs do it as a normal part of the process for the same cost.

Did you notice that I wrote "...sent samples to a good lab..."? Didn't want to bring it up, but especially those who short trip their cars probably shouldn't use Blackstone. Instead, use one that actually tests for fuel dilution. Although, now that you live in Texas the oil probably never...

Warranty? Okay, I didn't void it by doing the first change at about 500 miles, but after that... Normally I do the change in the late fall, then it's ready to go in the spring. Except for the year I forgot and both ended up with exactly two years on the oil. Sent samples to a good lab, then had...

Dug a little deeper. Looks like orders placed before 8-13 could have had the V6, which would explain why it showed up in the sales codes. And supposedly the 392 can be ordered later this year at some point.

Umm, since getting my first car. And with the 'Cat I noticed that the oil gets plenty warm when sitting in stop and go traffic - something it got subjected to once due to roadwork. And in the same town that has our nearest stoplights.

Okay, so I'm a no-brainer. But if a 5.7 is adequate for pulling a loaded trailer (which mine never ever will), it should be okay when not burdened with towing. Basically, I didn't want another V6, saw no reason for getting the 6.4, and definitely didn't want a 6.2. I've looked at used cop cars...

To me it feels better to drive to town, which is a mere 10 miles away, with a smaller engine. It has a fighting chance to get the oil up to temp during a 10+10 mile drive. Don't know about a 6.4, but with a 6.2 it can be near impossible to get the oil warm in such a short distance.

It's a friggin' beater car, Eric. A 5.7 is enough for it. Heck, if the '19 didn't have to drag a useless 3rd row seat, towing package, and heavy leather seats around, the V6 might have been good enough.

No, it was surprisingly easy. I have no need for more than what the 5.7 puts out. I like the V6, and it's fine in the Challenger, but the Durango is just too heavy for it, especially at altitude.

That was quick. Already have the VON and VIN. Hope the production and delivery will also be. Or at least quicker than the four months it took for the '19 Redeye to make it to the dealer after it was built.

Yup, not buying another V6. I'd just keep the one I have. Might start the buying process for a GT AWD 5.7 later today, at right about $40K. (MSRP $44,490).

Wonder why they'd abandon such a well selling engine? Makes no sense whatsoever.

Had a '23 Durango Hellcat that I never drove, now a '19 V6 that I like. With some luck the 5.7 will be just right.

Refresh my memory, please. Was that for your tractor or the Challenger?