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Old 05-01-2003, 03:03 PM
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Mobil 1 0W-30?

I know the manual says 5w-30, but would it be better to use 0w-30? Or should I just use 5w-30?
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Old 05-01-2003, 03:08 PM
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zero w 30 or ten w 30? don't use either. 5w30 is what to use no matter how many miles or what your climate is.
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Old 05-01-2003, 03:12 PM
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Old 05-01-2003, 03:32 PM
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I use Mobil 0w 30. I hear that some oil companies package 5w30 in 0w30 containers becuase the 5w30 meets or exceeds the specs for 0w30.

Why do you say not to use it?
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I use 10W-30 Mobile 1

Cali= anti cold
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Old 05-01-2003, 03:56 PM
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The 0w30 is called "fuel economy" becuase it is thin, when it heats up, I think it is the same viscosity because of the last number. can anyone shine some light on this?
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Originally posted by JsL
The 0w30 is called "fuel economy" becuase it is thin, when it heats up, I think it is the same viscosity because of the last number. can anyone shine some light on this?
Long Answer: At operating temperature, the spec sheet available on Mobil's website indicates that the 0W-30 is actually slightly THICKER than either the 5W-30 or 10W-30. In this case, the colder the temperature, the quicker the 0W-30 will lubricate the top end as well. How stable the 0W-30 from M1 is is a whole nother debate.

Short Answer: M1 0W-30 will be fine for what most people will use it for.
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I use Mobil 1 10W-30. Thats okay right?
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