What Brand (10-30) Oil Do You Use And Why?

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May 26, 2005 | 08:20 AM

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zmeli

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Check out this thread http://theoildrop.server101.com/cgi/...1;t=010816;p=1

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Originally Posted by Event-Horizon

Just because something is recommended doesn't necessarily mean its the best. It also does not specifically say that Mobil 1 is required. He’s just going by what many others have found when M1 is analyzed.

May 26, 2005 | 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by EvoGuy04

Could not have said it better myself, but have you seen the new kinda Mobil 1 10w-30, that has longer life?

I checked this oil out last time i changed my oil, and I found out that it's a Semi-Synthetic. I just use the Mobil 1 full* syn. like the oil cap says

May 26, 2005 | 08:27 AM

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WHAT do you use in your T/C and trans/rear diff?

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Originally Posted by gonzo

I use what is recommended. That's it.

May 26, 2005 | 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthernCrane

Mobil 1 syn, i get it from costco

So do I. I used it in my '97 Eclipse GSX, '92 Talon TSI AWD and '97 Supra Turbo. I get the 6-pack of 10W-30 Mobil 1 SuperSyn for under $24. It works great and comes out looking the same as it went in. It holds up well with turbo charged engines and the fun/abuse we give them.

May 26, 2005 | 08:57 AM

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neosynthetic. because everything else is crap!@

May 26, 2005 | 09:03 AM

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I like the 10w-30 turbo oil it is a diester, but it is a SJ oil and Mitsubishi wants a SL oil, may be a Warranty issue for me.

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neosynthetic. because everything else is crap!@

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May 26, 2005 | 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by zmeli

I like the 10w-30 turbo oil it is a diester, but it is a SF oil and Mitsubishi wants a SL oil, may be a Warranty issue for me.

I use 10w40 neosynthetic

http://www.neosyntheticoil.com/10w40.htm

May 26, 2005 | 10:15 AM

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Amsoil 5W-30...smooooooth.........
TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES

AMSOIL 100% Synthetic 5W-30 Motor Oil (ASL)

Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445)
11.6

Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445)
64.3

Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270)
178

CCS Viscosity @ -25°C, cP (ASTM D 2602)
5067

Borderline Pumping Temperature °C (°F) (ASTM D-3829) <-40 (-40)

Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM D 97)
-51 (-60)

Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D 92)
228 (442)

Four Ball Wear Test (ASTM D-4172 B: 40 kg, 75°C, 1200 rpm, 1 hour, Scar in mm)
0.35

Noack Volatility, % weight loss (g/100g) (ASTM D-5800) 5.1

High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity cP, 150°C, 1.0 X 106 s.-1, (ASTM D 4683),
Minimum 3.5

Total Base Number
>11.0

Tim

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May 26, 2005 | 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Gary Bechtold

damn, my oil is really black when I change it. anyone else?

May 26, 2005 | 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by BRKENG

Neosynthetic is better

Specification Value Test Method
Viscosity Index 185 ASTM D-2270
Viscosity: Cold Cranking @ - 20°C 2900 cP ASTM D-2602
Kinematic @ 100°C 13.9 cSt ASTM D-445
Viscosity Increase (375% allowed) 6% Seq. III-C
Total Base Number (TBN - exceeds engine requirements by about 3 times) 8.03 ASTM D-2896
Sulfated Ash 0.64 ASTM D-874
Flash Point 470°F ASTM D-92
Pour Point -49°F ASTM D-97

May 26, 2005 | 10:31 AM

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damn, my oil is really black when I change it. anyone else?

That's the way it's supposed to be

May 26, 2005 | 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by silvery_eagle

are you crazy? look carefully at the description.. i believe it says not for turbo charged vehicles or high performance vehicle something like that.

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Mobil 1 Extended Performance 15W-50 is also well suited for weekend racers who are interested in outstanding engine protection for racing engines and are looking for a higher viscosity oil.

http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...erformance.asp

May 26, 2005 | 11:28 AM

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Mobil 1 for life

May 26, 2005 | 12:44 PM

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"Must use Mobil 1 because the little stickers says so"
"Must use Mobil 1 because the little stickers says so"
"Must use Mobil 1 because the little stickers says so"
"Must use Mobil 1 because the little stickers says so"

There sure are alot of sheep Evo owners out ther....

I use the German Castrol 0W-30 that Zmeli is talking about, because the comparison data between the GC and Mobil 1 says so.......