What kind of oil do you use?
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Re: What kind of oil do you use?
I ran quaker state 10w30 for 7 years in my GSR and B20. Many track days and driven all over the country. Synthetic is overrated IMO.
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haha. However olive oil has more anti oxidants than corn oil, but on the other hand, less thermal durability.
I use Castrol Syntec. Though scientifically seems like a better option, I still prefer regular mineral oil; I think i'll swtich back.
I use Castrol Syntec. Though scientifically seems like a better option, I still prefer regular mineral oil; I think i'll swtich back.
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What ever is on sale at wal-mart in 10w30. Except for the cheapo one in the blue bottle forgot the brand but i get that for my girls car, lol.
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I use synthetic, because I think that it offers better protection for the track. Oil temperature is interesting, measuring 200-210, or whatever number you get may not represent the temperature that the oil sees, say at the cam level, or up around the head. Interesting chart, though somewhat old, most of the number have not changed a lot. Most non-synthetics Flash from 390-410, and synthetics from around 450 and up, depending on weight and brand/formulation. Interestingly, the chart shows little difference in the synthetics, unless your budget allows Amsoil or Redline. Part of the chart problem is that some changed formulation of synthetics since the chart and are now using some or all hydro-cracked. I followed and used Mobil 1 for years and they even advertise differently than they used to. I believe that they have a blend of constructed and cracked oils. Not making a big statement about types as most are still good at the higher temperatures. A very interesting read and charts, lots of information is a short article.
http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html
The standby long article on oils for a series of good reads on weight and temperature, below.
http://ferrarichat.com/forum/faq.php...tor_oil_basics
http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html
The standby long article on oils for a series of good reads on weight and temperature, below.
http://ferrarichat.com/forum/faq.php...tor_oil_basics
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Re: What kind of oil do you use?
I use synthetic, because I think that it offers better protection for the track. Oil temperature is interesting, measuring 200-210, or whatever number you get may not represent the temperature that the oil sees, say at the cam level, or up around the head. Interesting chart, though somewhat old, most of the number have not changed a lot. Most non-synthetics Flash from 390-410, and synthetics from around 450 and up, depending on weight and brand/formulation. Interestingly, the chart shows little difference in the synthetics, unless your budget allows Amsoil or Redline. Part of the chart problem is that some changed formulation of synthetics since the chart and are now using some or all hydro-cracked. I followed and used Mobil 1 for years and they even advertise differently than they used to. I believe that they have a blend of constructed and cracked oils. Not making a big statement about types as most are still good at the higher temperatures. A very interesting read and charts, lots of information is a short article.
http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html
The standby long article on oils for a series of good reads on weight and temperature, below.
http://ferrarichat.com/forum/faq.php...tor_oil_basics
http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html
The standby long article on oils for a series of good reads on weight and temperature, below.
http://ferrarichat.com/forum/faq.php...tor_oil_basics
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Penzoil hyper synthetic 5w30 even my Acura dealership switched from mobil 1 to penzoil hyper synthetic! iv used this every since i assembled my ITR motor from the dealer! great oil!
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My answer then is synthetic and store brand or sale price.
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When I owned my Prelude it had a oil burning problem like most H22 and I found Castrol GTX worked the best. Surprised the Ferrari link only recommended Penzoil and Valvoline. I did like Penzoil as well. I tried Synthetic in the Prelude and it just drank it.
The Integra seems to like the Synthetic, no burn off.
The Integra seems to like the Synthetic, no burn off.
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The Ferrari link gives a good understanding of oil pressure and flow. I put less stock in brands especially if the article is not updated. The other article,
http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html
though old seems to more break along synthetics vs non. Even "cheap" synthetics have better flash and pour than non.
http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html
though old seems to more break along synthetics vs non. Even "cheap" synthetics have better flash and pour than non.