RE motor oil

crossingover · 18-11-2006, 04:34 PM

hi everyone,my mate just done an oil change in the AU as i have had an ankle reconstruction so im out of action for a while.We put in valvoline xld armour 15/40 motor oil is this ok for the Au or not.seems to be ok

GK · 18-11-2006, 05:39 PM

IMO viscosity is ok, don't really know the product though.

Hope the ankle heals up ok!

GK

crossingover · 18-11-2006, 05:48 PM

thanks GK got another 8 weeks left in plaster ive read some threads and most guys do recommend 10/40 i believe just hope i havnt stuffed things up with 15/40

GK · 18-11-2006, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by crossingover

thanks GK got another 8 weeks left in plaster ive read some threads and most guys do recommend 10/40 i believe just hope i havnt stuffed things up with 15/40

Should be ok! 15/40 is recommended for the V8, 10/30 for the I6, however this oil is too thin for the I6. Ford was going for extra economy.

see what others think, but I'm pretty sure others use similar viscosities with no dramas. I use Penrite HPR 10 Gas in both my AU's (they are on gas), which has the viscosity of 10/50.

I'm sure others will give you their opinion and you can go from there!

Cheers,

GK

Au2falcons · 18-11-2006, 08:37 PM

Was running Penzoil 10/30 in the AU, now running penzoil 15/40 which has proven to be much better....I agree with GK the 10/30 is too thin.

bodes-sh · 19-11-2006, 09:20 AM

how's ford's recommendation...on the oil cap it says 5w30!

Casper · 19-11-2006, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by bodes-sh

how's ford's recommendation...on the oil cap it says 5w30!

I run mobil 1 or Shell 5w in mine, doesnt blow smoke at all

GK · 19-11-2006, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Casper

I run mobil 1 or Shell 5w in mine, doesnt blow smoke at all

What's the top figure on that oil Casper, 50 isn't it?

GK

bodes-sh · 19-11-2006, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Casper

I run mobil 1 or Shell 5w in mine, doesnt blow smoke at all

have you had the car from new? the most common thing I find with older second hand cars blowing smoke is from the previous owner/owners not servicing it regularly, i run magnatec in mine, 10w40 and i don't get smoke, although i have only done 1 oil change since i got the car. i don't know what ford put in it before i bought it...it didn't smoke, but it burnt thru it on a long trip like anything

GK · 19-11-2006, 01:02 PM

Just checked the website, obviously US, but it says it's...
Available as:
Mobil 1 0W-20
Mobil 1 0W-30
Mobil 1 0W-40
Mobil 1 5W-20
Mobil 1 5W-30
Mobil 1 10W-30

There is a Mobil 1 extended performance (for 15,000 mile service intervals!)
Available as:
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-30
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 10W-30
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 15W-50

Benefits:
Guaranteed performance and protection for up to 15,000 miles.
Mobil 1 technology designed for today’s longer service intervals.
Proprietary formulation with 50 percent more SuperSyn helps keep engines running like new.
Helps extend engine life by reducing wear and oil breakdown.
Mobil 1 technology has been field tested over the last 30 years in the most severe driving conditions.
Suitable for cars, vans and light trucks.

Well there you go!

Cheers,

GK

Casper · 19-11-2006, 03:51 PM

The Shell Helix I last used is 5w40.
I believe the Mobil is the same.

xr8 007 · 19-11-2006, 09:58 PM

i run Mobil 1 full syn 10w30, no problems!!!

benny_mac · 19-11-2006, 11:49 PM

Genine Ford oil from motor traders is 15w/40. However is very expensive for oil, i try and use penrite for my cars, but if some one wants to skimp on price for a service i'll use geniune holden 15W/40, its the same viscosity and cheaper than most oils with trade discount.

Mr Hardware · 20-11-2006, 02:17 PM

hee hee i have 25w60 in mine....

taxi stylin

janek · 21-11-2006, 01:31 PM

i use HPR 10.

Never been happier. I need a new rocker cover gasket though, but thats a seperate issue.

Used to use Engine Armour, for over a year, was very happy until they stopped making their 6L bonus bottles, but too thin an oil, especially in the heat.

Now i use HPR 10, semi synthetic, is bewdiful. Just did the 2000km Bris>syd and back no worries.. feels meatier

You Yangs · 21-11-2006, 10:08 PM

I use Penrite HPR15 which is 15W 60 in the V8 and would be good in the I6 too if you've done a few kms.

crossingover · 22-11-2006, 02:10 AM

Thanks for feedback guys does seems ok just wanted to be sure

XR_Strider_GuY · 22-11-2006, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by xr6007

i run Mobil 1 full syn 10w30, no problems!!!

Correct, same experience here. Ran my AU XR6 until 84k and the engine sounds and feels like new. 10w-30 is the reccomended oil for AU 6's.