what engine oil do you run
12-06-2001, 05:09 PM
#4
i'm currently running redline 10w30.. i would run 5w30 but the store taht sold the oil didn't ahve it in stock.. prior to this i was running mobile 1 5w30 tri synthetic. another good brand that has been talked about alot is amsoil.
i'm also in nor cal.. i recomend 5w30 since it's getting cooler..
i'm also in nor cal.. i recomend 5w30 since it's getting cooler..
12-06-2001, 05:24 PM
#5
I am using only Nissan-recommended oil...actually, so far, all of my oil-changes are done at local Nissan dealerships. I do not believe in using anything else other than spec because it may void the wtty.
12-06-2001, 05:38 PM
#6
Originally posted by Y2KMaxGXE-R
I am using only Nissan-recommended oil...actually, so far, all of my oil-changes are done at local Nissan dealerships. I do not believe in using anything else other than spec because it may void the wtty.
I am using only Nissan-recommended oil...actually, so far, all of my oil-changes are done at local Nissan dealerships. I do not believe in using anything else other than spec because it may void the wtty.
12-06-2001, 08:01 PM
#10
Originally posted by mingo
nissan uses quaker state.. i'm not sure if every nissan uses that.. nissan doesnt' make their own oil, it's which ever company they set up an account with.. but i do believe in using the OEM filters beacuse they tend to filter better than other generic brands.. just stick with the viscosity the owners manual suggests and factory oil filter then the rest is all preferance.
nissan uses quaker state.. i'm not sure if every nissan uses that.. nissan doesnt' make their own oil, it's which ever company they set up an account with.. but i do believe in using the OEM filters beacuse they tend to filter better than other generic brands.. just stick with the viscosity the owners manual suggests and factory oil filter then the rest is all preferance.
right, this is what I do. I've been saving all receipts, and if smthg goes wrong, I am protected.
12-07-2001, 03:35 AM
#12
i use quaker state synthetic for high hp cars. should i go with the FULL synthetic? i always change at 3k miles so does it matter?
the box for the one i use has a camaro.. the full synthetic has a lexus...
the box for the one i use has a camaro.. the full synthetic has a lexus...
12-07-2001, 03:52 AM
#13
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Originally posted by ToYLeT902
i use quaker state synthetic for high hp cars. should i go with the FULL synthetic? i always change at 3k miles so does it matter?
the box for the one i use has a camaro.. the full synthetic has a lexus...
i use quaker state synthetic for high hp cars. should i go with the FULL synthetic? i always change at 3k miles so does it matter?
the box for the one i use has a camaro.. the full synthetic has a lexus...
Well, do you want your car to handle like cr@p and have a lot of power? then use the Camaro boxed oil.
Do you want luxury, build quality and higher resale value? Then use the box with the picture of the Lexus on it.
Simple.
12-07-2001, 04:15 AM
#14
Re: what engine oil do you run
Originally posted by dennisuello
what weight and what kind of motor oil do you run? i'm in northern calif., so it doesn't get too cold.
what weight and what kind of motor oil do you run? i'm in northern calif., so it doesn't get too cold.
12-14-2001, 01:39 PM
#22
I don't use oil I use KY Jelly, ooops sorry wrong message board.
When I had my 300ZX-TT Redline 20w50, my mustang Redline 10w30, when I finish breaking in my 02Max then I will probably use redline 10w30 or Mobil1 13w30.
When I had my 300ZX-TT Redline 20w50, my mustang Redline 10w30, when I finish breaking in my 02Max then I will probably use redline 10w30 or Mobil1 13w30.
12-14-2001, 03:55 PM
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Originally posted by dba1999us
can some one tell me y use synthetic? and what is the tri synthetic???
can some one tell me y use synthetic? and what is the tri synthetic???
12-14-2001, 03:57 PM
#26
Originally posted by MaxRPM
I don't use oil I use KY Jelly, ooops sorry wrong message board.
When I had my 300ZX-TT Redline 20w50, my mustang Redline 10w30, when I finish breaking in my 02Max then I will probably use redline 10w30 or Mobil1 13w30.
I don't use oil I use KY Jelly, ooops sorry wrong message board.
When I had my 300ZX-TT Redline 20w50, my mustang Redline 10w30, when I finish breaking in my 02Max then I will probably use redline 10w30 or Mobil1 13w30.
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12-14-2001, 11:50 PM
#29
Kendall 15W-40 w/Nissan 9E000 filters
I use Kendall 15W-40 w/Nissan 9E000 filters. I'm going to run 10W-30 for the coldest months(Dec/Jan/Feb), since I'm currently doing mostly short trips.
If you change your oil EVERY 3-4K miles use a quality regular oil. If you go 5000-7500 miles per oil change use synthetic. If you live in EXTREMELY cold climates and/or drive MOSTLY short trips you would benefit from a synthetic.
I'd stay away from Penzoil and Castrol/Quaker State(same I think) and go with Mobil, Kendall, Vavoline, or Chevron oil. I have seen some analysis that have showed ALL to be "adequate" oils, but the Mobil, Kendall, Valvoline, and Chevron typically do far above average. I've talked to several Engineering friends in the auto/motorcycle industry and they have pretty much all agreed.
If your running a SC or turbos I'd run synthetic. In my research/experience the best synthetic(if you can afford it!) is Redline.
If you change your oil EVERY 3-4K miles use a quality regular oil. If you go 5000-7500 miles per oil change use synthetic. If you live in EXTREMELY cold climates and/or drive MOSTLY short trips you would benefit from a synthetic.
I'd stay away from Penzoil and Castrol/Quaker State(same I think) and go with Mobil, Kendall, Vavoline, or Chevron oil. I have seen some analysis that have showed ALL to be "adequate" oils, but the Mobil, Kendall, Valvoline, and Chevron typically do far above average. I've talked to several Engineering friends in the auto/motorcycle industry and they have pretty much all agreed.
If your running a SC or turbos I'd run synthetic. In my research/experience the best synthetic(if you can afford it!) is Redline.
06-01-2002, 03:44 PM
#33
Re: what engine oil do you run
Originally posted by dennisuello
what weight and what kind of motor oil do you run? i'm in northern calif., so it doesn't get too cold.
what weight and what kind of motor oil do you run? i'm in northern calif., so it doesn't get too cold.
OH...and it's either 5W30 or 10W40...
06-02-2002, 05:47 AM
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Re: what engine oil do you run
Originally posted by dennisuello
what weight and what kind of motor oil do you run? i'm in northern calif., so it doesn't get too cold.
what weight and what kind of motor oil do you run? i'm in northern calif., so it doesn't get too cold.
BuddyWh
06-02-2002, 06:42 AM
#38
Re: Re: what engine oil do you run
Originally posted by BuddyWh
Castrol or Valvoline 10w30... I'd use straight 30 weight if they sold it locally. Don't need multi-vis unless I drive up north somewhere, it just gunks up an engine.
BuddyWh
Castrol or Valvoline 10w30... I'd use straight 30 weight if they sold it locally. Don't need multi-vis unless I drive up north somewhere, it just gunks up an engine.
BuddyWh
