I will be to the point on this. If you value your car then you should go with synthetic. Forget about different weights other than what your car requires unless you track your car then you can adjust accordingly.

In a nutshell. Conventional oil exists to feed a certain segment of the market. The market that doesnt care about their cars. a perfect example. a business owner who leases a fleet of cars and is only concerned about doing the minimum to maintain this fleet and minimal cost. The problem is, regular people get sucked into this as well because the oil is so damn cheap. The problem is, inferior oils will brain down faster and will not protect your car as well as synthetic oils will.

Engineered oils are perfect when compared to conventionals. in the sense that each molecule is engineered to be perfectly round and flow much better and more consistant in various conditions. On top of that they formulate certain additive packages to protect these molecules from damage.

For example on some of my older vehicles I run with Mobil 1 Extended performance oil and change my oil every 25,000 km. No problems, no burning oil, no emissions lol Why because the oil is doing its job, mind you, you should mate it with a good oil filter too. My point is marketing tells you alot of different spins on things. But I have talked to engineer after engineer who say changing your oil after 6000km is just a waste, your throwing out perfectly product. Now with conventional oil, you have to change it very often because it reaches its effective drops off sooner and rather quickly.

Moral of the story is Synthetic is better, which synthetic, well you have to do your own research on that. But man made oil is engineered to be perfect when it comes to lubrication. You may here people who say dino oil is best (conventional) but generally this was along time ago for different reasons. People may tell you to change the weight of your oil to something thicker, again something for a different time. Now that cars are made more and more by precision equipment tolerances are becoming even tighter, and they demand even thinner oils. Just because its thinner doesnt mean it protects you less, so long as you use the right kind of oil that doesnt break down. I say this in the sense of regular driving. drag racing your car up and down the strip every day is a different beast. my overall point is to educate yourself on which oil is applicable for what you demand out of your vehicle.

Mobil 1 oil has a proven track record for daily use, its the oil that Mitsubishi choose for their EVO, simply because it works. Thats my preference because I have vehicles approaching 600,000km and still going strong. I have been in the car club seen for a while and I see when people have issues and also see what they were running. There are oils I just would never use, I dont need to name them because its just a preference based on what I have seen. But Mobil 1 gets my vote.

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http://forums.evolutionm.net/lancer-engine-tech/511442-motor-oil.html#post8641647

I have been asked frequently to weight in on just about every aspect of Mitsubishi life and direction.  But one of the topics that I am still out to lunch on is the electric car.  Now right off the bat I champion Mitsubishi’s goals, and I think their heart is in the right place.  My angle was, is it the right time.  Electric cars take time to make money.  It was my strong hope that Mitsubishi would bump up the schedule of the Mitsubishi Colt.  I think all the manufacturers are kicking themselves not getting into the small car space with Honda and Toyota.  But I think now is the time to do it.  Plus the Colt variants that exist and Europe and Asia,  seeing a turbo’d 1.5L would just be fun

That said, there was a recent article that has come up showing Mitsubishi’s push to get the electric car in government and corporate circles.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/quebec-utility-bets-on-the-electric-car/article1689394/

Originally Posted by lancerguy0208 This is more of a general question that could be applied to any car. Are there any negative side effects to using fuel system cleaners on a regular basis? I use Valvoline Injector and Intake Valve Cleaner every 3-5k miles. But recently I heard that they can have a damaging effect because of the cleaning agents. I didnt think much of it, but I’m curious and just want to make sure. Does anyone have any insight on this?

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To be completely honest you have no real need to use it. So long as you dont abuse your car or its burning oil or something. You should be fine. The evidence my friend will be on your spark plugs. They will give you the first hint that your combustion system is outta wack. Look their first before using any of those product.

Also use Shell Gas, the new nitrogen enriched process works to keep your valves clean. Using my limited science knowledge from the high school and university days. It may likely be the benefit that nitrogen is a rather fat element and the pinball effect during combustion may work to keep your combustion system clean.

For more information about Shell Gas, visit their website or tear thru the wiki about Vpower fuel.
http://www.shell.ca/home/content/can-en/products_services/on_the_road/fuels/gunk/
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Tein traditionally only offered Tein Basics which got the job done, but still reused alot of OE hardware in the installation, and only offered ride height adjustment via the coilover springs.  Now, we have a much more versatile kit to work with.

Here is a rundown of the full specs and features.

TEIN has used its years of experience in various motor sports to produce a kit that provides the ultimate balance between comfort and performance. Developed for drivers seeking an aggressive coilover that can be used daily, and provide all the adjustments needed for circuit use. The FLEX damper Kit features the latest technology for all drivers who are seeking performance, and adjustability, while not giving up all ride comfort. We have incorporated separate spring perch height, and shell case length adjustment, which allows the suspension to retain more stroke and allows for more suspension tuning. The FLEX damper kit includes pillow ball upper mounts, which increase steering response; 16 levels of damping force adjustment, and is compatible with the EDFC (Electronic Damping Force Controller) for added convenience and adjustability.

http://www.tein.com/products/flex_price_list.html

Additional Features:

• Steel Construction • Twin Tube internal construction • Ride Height adjustable via threaded body and spring seats • 16 way adjustable dampers, compression and rebound combined • Pillow ball upper mounts for increased steering feel • Upper camber adjustment on front for strut type vehicles • Larger piston diameter for strut type front and rear (22mm) • EDFC (Electronic Damping Force Controller) compatible • Powder coated brackets with Teflon coated shock body for heavy duty rust prevention • 1-year Manufacturers Defect Warranty

Contents of Damper Kit:

Adjustable Shock Absorber × 4 Bump Rubber × 4 Main Spring × 4 Hook Spanner × 2 Some applications include helper springs Dust Cover × 4 Pillow ball Upper Mount × 4 Instruction Manual × 1 Lower Spring Seat × 4 Sticker Sheet ×x 1 Seat Lock × 12

In a nutshell Sprintbooster can be described as the following.

“Sprint Booster is engineered to enhance the driving experience by providing improved acceleration by eliminating the delay inherent in drive-by-wire accelerator technology. This is accomplished by continuously measuring and converting the digital signal while providing the ECU (Electronic Control Module) with a new and altered signal for much quicker throttle response. The actual device contains electronic circuitry that is installed between the accelerator pedal and the ECU in vehicles equipped with electronic throttle control. Sprint Booster is an entirely new product that is environmentally correct. After installation there is absolutely no change in factory emissions and it is fully certified having obtained the demanding, German TUV approval for gas, diesel and hybrid vehicles.

Sprint Booster represents completely new technology, with no direct competitors. Enhances throttle response by increasing pedal input sensitivity, delivering more impressive off-the-line performance that drivers can genuinely feel. Installation is simple plug-n-play takes only a few minutes and rarely requires tools. Sprint Booster delivers instant response throughout the power band, making acceleration and merging with traffic a totally new and confidence inspiring experience. Shift points are redefined and maximized when paired with an automatic transmission. Standard, CVT and DSG transmission versions are also offered. Brand new for SEMA was a programmable version with Stage 1, Stage 2 and “Off” settings.

Johnston was careful to acknowledge that “while Sprint Booster won an award for ‘street performance’ it is the ability of Sprint Booster to eliminate throttle response delay that is consistently the most appreciated feature.”

http://www.modified.com/news/modp-0911-sprint-booster-wins-best-new-product-at-sema/index.html

Got all that?  Well if you didnt let me put it to you this way.  If you own a CVT Lancer, you know what I am talking about when I talk about the huge lag and lack of response when it comes to accelerating.  You give it gas, and the Lancer always under estimates the amount of throttle your demanding.  Its frustrating, you have to keep giving the car more and more and more gas before the frigging thing starts moving.  Why you ask?

When programing the CVT transmission Mitsubishi designed it to keep fuel economy at the top of the list of objectives.  Just short of 100% throttle, the CVT undermines you at almost every turn.  It just doesnt get it.  With sprintbooster in there.  Its like a constant kick in the pants telling the Lancer you want to go and not mess around.

Dont own a CVT lancer,  Maybe a Manual Lancer, or possible an SST equipped MR or Ralliart.  Same problem of throttle lag exists.  There is almost no way where you can hide from it.  Factory throttle programing has lag.  But dont take my word for it. Do a goggle search for yourself.  Sprintbooster is on just about every car, and of the people that try it,  almost 100% love it.  Mean while, the people who never try it seem to be the most skeptical.  I have to admit, I was a little unsure about trying it.  But once I did, this mod quickly rose on my list of most have mods.  I bought mine 2 years ago.  And I must say, if i had to do my mods all over again.  The Sprintbooster would probably be one of my first mods.  Hands down.  Before my exhaust upgrade or intake.  Its that good.  It drives like a totally different car.

The mod is so popular in the EVOSOUL circle of affiliates, almost every single one of us on the team have this mod.  Once you try it, you wont want to turn it off or take it off.  Effective later this month the EVOSOUL International group will likely distribute Sprintbooster as a vendor.

WHat is even better.  Sprintbooster has a 30 day trial policy.  You dont like it,  you return it.  and get your money back.  No BS. www.sprintboosterusa.com .  If you already have sprintbooster, make a comment on here.  Or on the forums.  I am curious to hear your feedback.  Just look at Move-Over’s review.

Read one of the reviews for the product right here.  If it makes sense to you Buy it.

http://forums.evolutionm.net/service-parts-tuning-review/505776-sprint-booster-evo-x-gsr-review.html

www.sprintboosterusa.com

Now mind you, there was a little bit of planning and hard work that went into the EVOSOUL product line launch at the MOD 2010 show.  It helps when your shop fridge is filled with energy drinks.  Night after night of working hard putting together the cars + drinking energy drinks.  We never slept.

I landed in Cali a few days before MOD and we had to make sure that everything went accord to plan.  We made sure the lips were ready, the cars were where they needed to be for prepping.  And finally the cruise to set up.  I think it all kinda hit me when I was there at 5 or 6 am on the Saturday setting up.  I finally got to see whats its all about.  Setting up as vendor gives you a chance to meet with other vendors who make up the Mitsubishi Community.  The fabric of what everything Mitsubishi is all about.  On my 3rd energy drink of the morning and being wide awake, I was able to see the owners themselves who slept over night in their cars to get a good spot for the event.  Once the sun was up they just came alive, and without the use of energy drinks too

After setting up and the gates opening at 8 - 9 am.  I took a long walk, from one end of the compound to the other.  Making my way thru the rows and rows and then fields of EVO’s.  Thats right, there were so many evos the started parking them on the grass!!! And in some ways its very refreshing to see so many variations of custom mods.  Some were rare brand names, some were dreamed up by the owner and put in to living form.  EVO’s, Lancers, Galants, you name, even the close cousins of Mitsubishi was there, Talons and other stuff from the Eagle days.

After taking my tour and talking around, it was a bit besides myself to see some of the license plate mounts I sold make it all the way to the show.  And in some ways it was kinda funny when I approached the owners of the Lancer and said thank you.  They would ask why, and I would point at the mount.  most times they got it.  Saw my shirt saying evosoul and knew who I was.  But it ment alot, because it was throw that product is how I got my ticket to come to California to be at this event.

After spending 30 minutes talking around, I sat myself down at the EVOSOUL booth and was greeted by evosoul blog readers who try to follow my mini adventures.  Talking about my blog, how my car is doing, Mitsubishi as a car company, everything. Each conversation was different and engaging.  But it would always lead to one question.  What next?  What is the next thing EVOSOUL will do.  And thats when I pointed at the cars before me.  The product line that alot of people involved in the EVOSOUL group spent months designing and profecting, then refining some more.   With a strong online following, a supportive dealership network, and expanding development group, I think we are ready to take this to the next level.

Now that the event has ended we set our eyes on the SEMA and LA Autoshow at the end of this year.  As for now, we all will head home, take what we learned from this event and continue to grow and make break thru in our respected fields and projects.

Special thanks for everyone who helped make this happen, and those who said hello at the show.  It was an honor.