01 stewie with 70k miles

Estukay · 03-08-2007, 10:33 AM

What would be the most efficient oil for my stewie around her miles? Whats bad is that i think every time i go to the oil change station, they feed her different types. I've only changed it once myself because i wasn't working that day. Every since that i've been busy with the marine corps so i let the bubbas at Jiff do it. Any opinions?

Java Junky · 03-08-2007, 12:06 PM

Ahh! From the title I was expectin' that you were havin' to part with it Estu. Very happy that's not the case.
As for the proper oil at 70 thou, I'd stay with the stuff Ma Honda recommends. 70 thou may not be brandy-new no mo, but it sure isn't time for any magic elixirs yet.
Regular maintenance n' oil changes with good quality oil of a viscosity recommended by the Honda dealers in your area. Y'ain't careful, the two of ya's can grow old together.
One thought though: crawlin' aroun' under your Stewie to change your oil makes you aware of stuff that the bubbas at Lube'll jus' ignore.
If memory serves me correctly, the Crotch don't leave much room for anythin' but catchin' your breath between duties. But it'd serve you well to find time to change your own oil. Eliminates all kind'za "what-ifs".
Be well.
Java

spa01s2k · 03-08-2007, 01:12 PM

I agree with Java. Find some time and do it yourself. It will only take you a half hour, just set aside some time and do it right. Also, as Java said, no reason to start with the magical elixirs yet. You should be fine with whatever oil you want to use. Just make sure to check your level in between oil changes.

Estukay · 03-09-2007, 05:31 AM

thanks guys. will do so. I figure the stewie didn't need any magical beans yet in her crank. One question though. Why is it when i start my car, whether its in the morning or mid day, the car feels like it wants to cut off from idle, then like a second later it'll return to its normal rpm ? just curious ? i think shes sick

Java Junky · 03-09-2007, 05:46 AM

Diagnosin' on-line leaves alot to be desired Estu, n' not basin' this on anythin' technical, but I believe Stewie's jus' one'a those critters whut ain't a mornin' person.
I've noted a similar reluctance when I "wake" my AP2 up too n' a friend's AP1 had the same thing.
Be well.
Java

spa01s2k · 03-09-2007, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Estukay

thanks guys. will do so. I figure the stewie didn't need any magical beans yet in her crank. One question though. Why is it when i start my car, whether its in the morning or mid day, the car feels like it wants to cut off from idle, then like a second later it'll return to its normal rpm ? just curious ? i think shes sick

Have you tried the MAP sensor whack yet??

Estukay · 03-12-2007, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spa01s2k

Have you tried the MAP sensor whack yet??

i'm sorry. but whats a map sensor whack? i'm not too literate with these car lango haha.

spa01s2k · 03-12-2007, 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Estukay

i'm sorry. but whats a map sensor whack? i'm not too literate with these car lango haha.

Its a little sensor that sits on top of the intake manifold near the throttle body. Picture:

Dr. Jimbo · 03-14-2007, 02:01 PM

A little off the subject here, where does the name "stewie" come from? I'm figurin' from S2000 but let me know. I'm a newbie to the group.
Thanks,
Jimbo

HELL_ON_WHEELS · 03-14-2007, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Jimbo

A little off the subject here, where does the name "stewie" come from? I'm figurin' from S2000 but let me know. I'm a newbie to the group.
Thanks,
Jimbo

you can thank java for that (it seems to be stickin')

Dr. Jimbo · 03-14-2007, 04:17 PM

That would explain it. He has his own, unique language. I enjoy it.

03-08-2007, 10:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
Estukay Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Jville NC Posts: 43	01 stewie with 70k miles What would be the most efficient oil for my stewie around her miles? Whats bad is that i think every time i go to the oil change station, they feed her different types. I've only changed it once myself because i wasn't working that day. Every since that i've been busy with the marine corps so i let the bubbas at Jiff do it. Any opinions?

03-08-2007, 12:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 6,628	Ahh! From the title I was expectin' that you were havin' to part with it Estu. Very happy that's not the case. As for the proper oil at 70 thou, I'd stay with the stuff Ma Honda recommends. 70 thou may not be brandy-new no mo, but it sure isn't time for any magic elixirs yet. Regular maintenance n' oil changes with good quality oil of a viscosity recommended by the Honda dealers in your area. Y'ain't careful, the two of ya's can grow old together. One thought though: crawlin' aroun' under your Stewie to change your oil makes you aware of stuff that the bubbas at Lube'll jus' ignore. If memory serves me correctly, the Crotch don't leave much room for anythin' but catchin' your breath between duties. But it'd serve you well to find time to change your own oil. Eliminates all kind'za "what-ifs". Be well. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-08-2007, 01:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
spa01s2k Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 309	I agree with Java. Find some time and do it yourself. It will only take you a half hour, just set aside some time and do it right. Also, as Java said, no reason to start with the magical elixirs yet. You should be fine with whatever oil you want to use. Just make sure to check your level in between oil changes. __________________ 2001 Honda S2000 1991 Honda Prelude 1994 Ford Bronco

03-09-2007, 05:31 AM	#4 (permalink)
Estukay Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Jville NC Posts: 43	thanks guys. will do so. I figure the stewie didn't need any magical beans yet in her crank. One question though. Why is it when i start my car, whether its in the morning or mid day, the car feels like it wants to cut off from idle, then like a second later it'll return to its normal rpm ? just curious ? i think shes sick __________________ _____________________________________________ Carolina Stewie Rider~ Temple OF all VTEC-s2k

03-09-2007, 05:46 AM	#5 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 6,628	Diagnosin' on-line leaves alot to be desired Estu, n' not basin' this on anythin' technical, but I believe Stewie's jus' one'a those critters whut ain't a mornin' person. I've noted a similar reluctance when I "wake" my AP2 up too n' a friend's AP1 had the same thing. Be well. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-14-2007, 02:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dr. Jimbo Top Always Down Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Santa Barbara, Ca. Posts: 1,532	A little off the subject here, where does the name "stewie" come from? I'm figurin' from S2000 but let me know. I'm a newbie to the group. Thanks, Jimbo

03-14-2007, 04:17 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dr. Jimbo Top Always Down Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Santa Barbara, Ca. Posts: 1,532	That would explain it. He has his own, unique language. I enjoy it.

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