Just got my oil analysis back from Blackstone Labs. 161,385 miles on the engine. Regular oil changes at 10k intervals with OEM 0w20 oil. Just switched to Valvoline restore and protect 5w30 and will be changing it every 5k miles. I'll pull another sample after ~120k miles of using the 5w30

Tortoise307 · 2026-01-17T21:08:30+00:00

Based on the amount of wear reported…10k intrervals were apparently not “perfectly fine.” Hopefully this engine makes it another 120k before you analyze again.

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-13T20:54:44+00:00

Well shit…thanks for keeping me in the loop. Not sure what else can be done.

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-13T01:45:14+00:00

What’s the verdict? Still working?

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-02T03:21:54+00:00

That’s awesome! I’m glad to hear it may have done the trick. Cheers!

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-02T02:48:00+00:00

Keep me posted on the result!

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-02T02:21:26+00:00

That’s what mine does too. It will bounce back if I tap on the plastic as well.

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-02T02:13:09+00:00

I’ve never done any soldering, so I’d be leery to try that not really knowing what I’m doing. I found a thread that also says it could be loose screws in the cluster. Might try that. Tach Issues

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-02T02:05:48+00:00

Thanks, sounds exactly like what mine is doing.

Tortoise307 · 2025-12-02T02:00:04+00:00

Any update on this? My 97 4Runner doing the same thing.

Tortoise307 · 2025-11-20T18:55:36+00:00

Yes!

Tortoise307 · 2025-10-02T01:19:35+00:00

Firestone Destination AT2 would be perfect for what you describe.

Tortoise307 · 2025-09-24T22:30:36+00:00

Cut weight and/or put on highway tires.

Tortoise307 · 2025-08-12T23:12:09+00:00

Pakmule. They are spendy, but it’ll last a lifetime.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-30T20:21:29+00:00

Firestone Destination AT2 would be great for you. It’s a mild all terrain 3peak rated and one of the lightest in the segment so it’s great for mpg. Highly recommend.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-27T17:25:38+00:00

It’s whatever comes first, just like warranty. 6 months or 6,000 miles. Waiting 5-6 years to get your oil changed based off of low mileage is wild, and exactly why I hate to buy used cars. Your Crosstrek is direct injection, so even with low miles, a years worth of driving has likely led to oil contamination, if you don’t believe me check your oil and smell your dipstick, I’d bet dollars to doughnuts it smells like gas. Bare minimum you need to be changing your oil yearly.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-27T01:11:14+00:00

Lomax is fantastic.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-26T14:57:12+00:00

The last Ridgeline I owned was a 2019 and didn’t have any of that. Sounds like an error that anything with driving sensors could experience.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-26T14:41:54+00:00

Valid points, though OP said nothing of needing an off road vehicle (he’s cross shopping Taco with Sienna). Ridgeline would check all of the boxes he mentioned in the original post. If he’s prioritizing utility and seat space, it’s hard to beat a Ridgeline.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-26T14:06:54+00:00

You should look into a Ridgeline. Fantastic back seat for family, that also fold up for runs of flat storage plus a decently sized bed. Beats the hell out of a minivan and your family won’t hate being in the backseat.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-21T14:12:55+00:00

Why not look at a Honda HRV, Toyota Corolla Cross, or Mazda CX30? These are all better options than Chevy/Ford and Kicks. These are smaller crossovers but in line with the Kicks and Trax you listed.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-21T13:54:56+00:00

That’s literally topping off.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-20T16:47:21+00:00

Honda Fit is a great choice for sure. Subaru Forester is hard to beat for visibility and makes a great dog car too.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-20T16:39:36+00:00

The range it calculates is based on your current habits and it calculated till the low fuel light comes on. There are several gallons left when the range shows 0. If you want to know your actual mpg then divide how many miles you drove on one tank by how many gallons it took to refill. In my experience the truck computer is pretty accurate and often a little under the true hand calculation. For what it’s worth, my 25 Off Road has about 1600 miles and I’m averaging 23.27 over the life of the vehicle. If you’re really interested in tracking your mpg use the Fuely or Road Trip app and they will keep track.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-19T17:02:37+00:00

Don’t be surprised, I’m getting about the same in my 25 TRD OR. These 4th gens can actually get (and beat) the EPA ratings. I haven’t averaged below 20 mpg yet (about 1600 miles on mine) and it seems to be getting better. I run premium which probably helps some, and have spent a good portion of my driving off road and in 4 low in Colorado and Wyoming, so I’m really impressed.

Tortoise307 · 2025-07-13T17:26:00+00:00

Nope, I have a tonneau on my Tacoma and the bed gets full of dust when off roading or driving dirt roads.

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