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Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Abuja, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 11:20am On Feb 20, 2020
levisify:
I have a very good driver I am recommending for a uber partner here please he is faithful hard working and above all too too God fearing call 08037660010
They are all God fearing and faithful / hard working... please don't quote me
Autos › Re: .....clearance Sale.....clearance Sales ........ by dru23(op): 5:01pm On Feb 17, 2020
melviniyke2002:
Do u hv Mobil 1 extended 5w 30,oil filter transmission oil,kyb plugs all Camry 05 n der prices
5w30 will arrive in March ......oil filter for camry I don't have ... transmission oil sold out ......send me an email via dru23@hotmail.com and we can talk better and see if I can get you the stuff I don't..... Time is of the essence if you want some of that stuff ....
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 7:42am On Feb 16, 2020
Ogbunigwe2018:
Our once beloved Romeo3, now active on romance section.

cc Dru23
Hopefully he finds love , or whatever heck he is finding
Car Talk › Re: The Audi And Volkswagen Issues Resolution Thread by dru23(m): 7:40am On Feb 16, 2020
Rotiix:
Okay thanks for your clear analysis, btw what will happen if the correct oil spec is used at this point.
Oil will short... so no point using correct oil too late ....
Car Talk › Re: The Audi And Volkswagen Issues Resolution Thread by dru23(m): 10:25pm On Feb 15, 2020
Rotiix:
Good evening all, please will the engine be affected if i switch to the correct oil grade after close to 3 years of naively using the wrong oil type? The car is 2006 VW Passat and i have been using mobil 20w-50 instead of 5w-40 because i was naive.
The damage has already been done .. Keep using the engine oil killer 20w50 till you need to replace the engine .. Once you get new engine than you can go back to factory engine...
20w50 engine oil is not compatible on most modern cars.. The oil is very ,very thick ... so it takes longer for the oil to flow easily when you start your engine... by than there is gradual wear and tear on the engine component at the early stage of start up because oil is not flowing faster or easily enough to lubricate those parts ..



Ps... 20w50 is actually meant for heavy duty engines...
Autos › Re: .....clearance Sale.....clearance Sales ........ by dru23(op): 10:13pm On Feb 15, 2020
frebor:
OK, I'll keep checking
Thanks .....
Autos › Re: .....clearance Sale.....clearance Sales ........ by dru23(op): 10:23pm On Feb 14, 2020
frebor:
Good evening, Do you have Castrol GTX 5w-30 in stock?
If yes, Price and delivery to Ajah.
Gud evening ,Castrol will be available in March... once it arrives I will post it on the forum..... It will be going for 12k naira . And it is full synthetic oil and cheaper than the Castrol been sold for Nigeria market.. It sells very fast, so plz be on the look out .....we thank you for your business....
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 8:36pm On Feb 14, 2020
BamBamK:
loool... u sha wan teach this guy lesson by force!!!
Dont mind the guy jor.. He is a joker ......I had fun playing with him tday self ... me too I should have left him alone
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 8:33pm On Feb 14, 2020
9icetoo:
Do you really think Elizade is using the right fluids. I've written it here severally that some of these dealerships in Nigeria are killing off cars gradually. As soon as the 5 years or 100000km guarantee is up, those engines and transmissions start packing up. Of course the owners replace them. Yet cars are being imported into this country with over 300,000 miles on their first engines and transmissions.

Please don't play that USA and Nigeria card. It's rubbish. Care to know how big that country is and the various weathers they have there? From the simmering heat of California, Texas and Co to the freezing regions?

They got it all and the 0w-20 works in all those weather extremes.

Stick to what the manufacturer recommends. It's that simple.

Dru23 is actually in USA. Guess you are new to this section.
Dont mind the young man .. I will never buy cars from them .. I was told that their Elantra they bring in has a very low quality engine made from poor materials or something to that nature.. And USA spec elantra engine spec are much better and less expensive.... But bottom line is I won't even go near Elizade Motors at all .......
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 12:36pm On Feb 14, 2020
Cheddaz:
Shey you don dey give the spies expo ni? Kwantinu

When I started this uber business . I refuse to join the bandwagon of the Toyota madness. I wonder how many civics and elantras they have stop... it is always good to never follow crowd or bandwagon... My civics and Elantra just dey pass VIO and thieves without harassment... I need some applause
My bad sad
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m):
ascendo:
https://punchng.com/forbes-names-lagos-third-worst-city-to-drive-in-globally/

https://buzznigeria.com/top-5-african-worst-traffic-congestion/
1. My brother you stated that 3rd mainland Bridge almost has the world traffic build up in the world.... Not in Africa but in the world .. This is what you said o....

2. Lagos is the third worst city to drive globally ,due to congestion ..... Congestion and traffic jam are two different things

So below I was able to differentiate between the two for you ...

Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:45am On Feb 14, 2020
ascendo:
You are not in USA and don't enjoy same climatic and usage condition with them; lest i forgot, 3rd Mainland Traffic build-up is almost the worst in the whole world-that's some of the conditions you consider. Remember, (go and remove the thermostat unless you want it to overheat and burn your gasket); only in this part of the world.

"Its UNFORTUNATE that we are born in this part of the HARSH world" please, this is in quotation mark!

Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:41am On Feb 14, 2020
ascendo:
You are not in USA and don't enjoy same climatic and usage condition with them; lest i forgot, 3rd Mainland Traffic build-up is almost the worst in the whole world-that's some of the conditions you consider. Remember, (go and remove the thermostat unless you want it to overheat and burn your gasket); only in this part of the world.

"Its UNFORTUNATE that we are born in this part of the HARSH world" please, this is in quotation mark!

Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:38am On Feb 14, 2020
ascendo:
SMH! We now know more than the vehicle manufacturer by saying that the Manual in the vehicle is wrong. My brother there is no need for these argument. I took delivery of this vehicle, I have been using GTX Essential (20W50; API-SN) on it and till this moment, no issues, no smoky exhaust, acceleration is great.


What Tribology certification do you have if I may ask?

Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 11:33am On Feb 14, 2020
Myronbolitar:
Amen sir!!!!!!!.

may all your drivers be stepfast and diligent in payment...may they be at the right place at the right time...may all your cars never crash nor breakdown.
Thank you sir ,. Am very grateful and humbled
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:13am On Feb 14, 2020
aieromon:
The first picture must be outdated based on the API specs. The second picture is more recent and does not recommend the use of 20W-50 oil. Bottom line: manage your engine with what you believe in.

https://www.api.org/~/media/files/certification/engine-oil-diesel/publications/mom_guide_english_2013.pdf

Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:07am On Feb 14, 2020
ascendo:
My brother, you are not in USA; you are in Nigeria... Google the Manual of Toyota Manufactured in South Africa lets see what it says. Since you know more than Elizade of Toyota Nigeria Limited; stroll to their workshop and tell me the lube they use. Take pictures please

Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 11:06am On Feb 14, 2020
Myronbolitar:
Accolades grin
Thank you my brother .. May your days be fill with blessings and anointing . May your cup over flow with joy
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m):
donfortune48:
My dear brother.
Please, is there any street in Gbagada called America

Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 6:54am On Feb 14, 2020
Godfather10:
How do you replace your vehicle due to depreciation , I admire your tenacity living in America and still able to make a passive income in Nigeria.
You try o dru23

Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 5:24am On Feb 14, 2020
Godfather10:
Nugget of gold and l see immense wisdom wisdom in your management may God continue to bless your efforts
Thank you brother... bottom line is that it is not easy at all .. But I guess if it was easy everybody will be successful at it ...
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 5:17am On Feb 14, 2020
1daboi:
I passed through 2 Vio check points today. First without any rider in my car, second with 2 riders at the back. Them no even look my side. But I noticed that they packed corollas and camrys at the first check point ( ikorodu road inwards Lagos Ibadan expressway)
When I started this uber business . I refuse to join the bandwagon of the Toyota madness. I wonder how many civics and elantras they have stop... it is always good to never follow crowd or bandwagon... My civics and Elantra just dey pass VIO and thieves without harassment... I need some applause
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 1:59am On Feb 14, 2020
ascendo:
That pix I posted was for 2015 Toyota Vehicle...
Below is the manual for a 2015 Toyota Corolla from the USA .... That picture you posted looks outdated, I mean very outdated bro..... And what type of Toyota 2015 that uses 20w50 oil ? Give us more information about this 2015 Toyota that uses 20w50 oil .. Since Google is our friend and we can easily Google it ....

Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:54pm On Feb 13, 2020
ascendo:
Check Hyundai Workshop platform: can you see the role played by the temperature of the region you intend to use the car in? Nigeria's temperature at worst is 7 degrees clesuis.
Again.. Car owners need to read the owners manual of their car.. What applies to your car manual might not apply to others .. Your car engine might be 15 years old or more .. Technology is always changing and improving.. My 07 Hyundai elantra recommends 5w30 or 5w20.. But tells you for better fuel mileage 5w30 is the best...

And 5w30 will work under extreme weather cold or hot...

Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:48pm On Feb 13, 2020
[quote author=ascendo post=86619814][/quote]It seems like the manual you posted is for European spec car.. The bottom line is car owners must follow owners manual at all times.. Some European cars are built different than the USA counter part.. Just because you can use 20w50 in Car A , does not mean it automatically applies to Car B..... ...

Keep in mind car technology is always changing and improving.. You can't compare a car's engine of 1999 to the same car of 2008 or lower.. Manufacturers are always looking for ways to improve engine performance and also emission laws are built in place .....A Toyota engine of 20 years will likely take some abuse and neglect ,but it does mean that the same currant Toyota engine of today will take the same abuse..

Let us be objective in what we spew out to the readers, reading is fundamental and encourage people to read owners manual at all times..


FUN FACTS: Do you believe Toyota 4runner that was built in early 90's so much stronger than their current ones? The old 4runner had a Stronger body built with metal not plastic like the currant ones. The old ones could with stand more impacts from accident... but the old ones were a lot heavier than the new ones..
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 10:07pm On Feb 13, 2020
adsmaster:
Folks I don't know how true the information below is but if it's true let's embrace ourself
Have said this in the past before Ocar came into the picture. I said what makes uber so great is the technology they have. Their app is top notch and we see what happened to Ocar . Ocar came to the scene made some noise and tday now where is Ocar. Drivers complain bitterly about their app and eventually uber was on top again. Keep in mind Ocar is backed by foeign investors with billions of dollars...

So my point is for any other e- hailing company to enter the game .. You better bring in lots of money ,not only lots of money.. But more importantly bring in a good app or top notch technology app. Having a good app and expertise is the key...
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m):
Godfather10:
How do you replace your vehicle due to depreciation , I admire your tenacity living in America and still able to make a passive income in Nigeria.
You try o dru23
It depends on the mechanical condition before I decide to replace.. I do inspection on the cars every two weeks and like I said I handle repairs 100% by myself , including oil change..... And any repairs needed right away are done ASAP ... ..by doing so the cars tend to have a longer life span on the road... it does eats up my profit margin at times... I have three cars on the platform that are three years running on the road..
Since I handle the repairs all by myself. Some of the drivers tend to abuse the car and cost me to spend more on maintenance.. Once is getting to that point, I warn the driver once or twice .. After the 3rd strike ,I collect the car from them simple as 1,2,3 ... so now let the driver go out and find another partner that will maintain the car they way I do.. Usually very hard for them to find o. .. Majority of my driver are pretty ok ..

And keep in mind most partners are not hands on .....it's a tough business and you have to be hands on. If any potential investor or investor reading this .. If you not ready to put in the work , if you are not ready to be patient, if you are not ready to be hands on . And if you dont have a good mechanic on ground ( have change mechanics few times) most of this so call Oga mechanic tend to let their junior mechanic handle your car . At the end of it all . They end up doing a poor job and you end spending more money to fix the same issue, that was supposedly done by the Oga mechanic..

So anyone that does not have time to deal with the issue stated above. This business is not for you. You are better off selling cars like everyone else does in Lagos...
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 1:15pm On Feb 13, 2020
victoryBoss:
Good morning house,

Please I need your help and guidance. I live abroad and thinking of a side hustle in Nigeria. Is uber business still lucrative? Is there a way I can get into the business without having any communication with the driver? In general, how is this business please.

Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 1:09pm On Feb 13, 2020
victoryBoss:
Good morning house,

Please I need your help and guidance. I live abroad and thinking of a side hustle in Nigeria. Is uber business still lucrative? Is there a way I can get into the business without having any communication with the driver? In general, how is this business please.
It is a good way to make passive income .. But it is not easy at all .. Finding good drivers, mechanics is another battle on its own.....some weeks I spend delivery money on repairs... Even though I handle my repairs 100% some ,drivers still will not remit ... it is tough at times and I keep my cars in good shape ... The only good thing am able to do is that to make sure the business pays itself. I don't have to take additional money to pay for repairs.. Some weeks are good ,some are bad .. Just like any other business you have ur ups and downs ... but you hope for more ups than downs.. If you don't have the passion that I do ,my advice is don't do it ....
Business › Re: If You Are Uber Partner In Lagos, Please Share Your Experience Here by dru23(m): 12:36pm On Feb 13, 2020
A305:
You can only try it out for passive income if ONLY; you are around to manage it yourself.

Trust me, it's even difficult for people down here who manage their car(s) themselves to breakeven not to mention you trying your hands on it with no experience when you not Dru23.

Conclusion; If you not Dru23, Do not entrust your car to anyone to manage for you. Not even your brother. It never end good.
It is not easy at all .. ...
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 11:22am On Feb 13, 2020
ascendo:
Whether you import Mobil or not; I gave him advise a Lube Blender with 5 years experience on Lube manufacturing (ISO 9001:2015 certified). so keep your Ladipo boy's slap to yourself
To start with 20W50 is the wrong oil for accord.. You should know better.. I encourage all my customers to always follow owners manual at all times..when car owners fail to follow owners manual it will result to long term damage to their car.. So kindly learn about what you Sell... ......
Car Talk › Re: Can I Use 5W30 Engine Oil In Place Of 5W20 In 2003 Honda Accord? by dru23(m): 3:29am On Feb 13, 2020
tensazangetsu20:
Op avoid this advice if you intend driving that car for a long time.

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