Hi I bought my truck but I don't know what kind or which weight was used.it has 220000 miles.what should I use?
oil wieght?
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Shell Rotella 15w40 oil is what I use
Thanks
Ah hell here we go
thanks I guess? Very informative.
Thanks
Ah hell here we go
thanks I guess? Very informative.
I use Mobil 5w40 synthetic.
He referring to the fact that everyone sticks to their favorite oil and this can turn into a pissing contest... It's true.
Use a good diesel oil, decide if you want synthetic or not. Try different kinds, you and your engine will decide on one you both like. Some motors burn rotella and some don't. No rhyme or reason.
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He referring to the fact that everyone sticks to their favorite oil and this can turn into a pissing contest... It's true.
Use a good diesel oil, decide if you want synthetic or not. Try different kinds, you and your engine will decide on one you both like. Some motors burn rotella and some don't. No rhyme or reason.
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Thanks.iam a first time diesel owner.i live in cali so weather ain't to bad.i heard if you go synthetic you can't go back.i didn't mean no disrespect. I guess iam looking for a oil suitable for mileage and weather.what are some of the common weight and brands people use.thanks guys.
http://www.duramaxdiesels.com/forum/showthread.php?t=56857 Here is one thread of many, you can use the search and read for days. :thumb:
I'm currently running 5W40 MOBIL because it was on sale last year at AZ for a price I couldn't refuse. I prefer ROTELLA T6 5W40 though. I don't get the infamous typewriter click with the ROTELLA 5W40, but I dod with every other oil I have tried. Also I held better hot oil pressure with the ROTELLA than I do MOBIL(not much, I hold about 30 with the MOBIL, but ROTELLA rarely dropped below 35 even hot towing).
Most brand name diesel oils will work fine. But don't buy the super cheap filters. But you don't need the top price ones too. I run Rotella. I have ran RP, Amsoil, Mobil, and a bunch of others. I run the Rotella right now as a buddy gave me 2 5gal pails of it as he no longer has a diesel.
i used to run Delo in everything but i swear i could hear more "rattling" in the valve train so i switched to Mobile synthetic , it was prob all in my head but our Marine Diesel guy swears by Rotella for whats its worth, yea your right, this thread will go on for ever:hug:
Delo and Delvac are probably the best oils you can get for the price. I've ran Delo for 16k and it was still good per a UOA.
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Sorry it was delo 400.thanks fyi I like old spice and Charmin. Lol.thanks guys for all the input