is it ok to run mobil 1 10w30 even though it saids the car needs 5w30? i was going to go boost today so i switched oils but some parts havent came in yet

 

Yep, it's fine. 10w-30 is just little thicker than 5w-30.

 

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why do people worry about the weather, im in tx but its pretty chilly

 

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why do people worry about the weather, im in tx but its pretty chilly</TD></TR></TABLE>

thicker oil takes longer to break down in freezing weather. Which means the engine has to work harder to break down the oil and lube all the parts. That's why the car manual recommends 5w-30 for newer engines. It's not thick and breaks down faster, which means less stress on the engine.

but since you're in TX, 10w-30 is fine. You'll never see -30 down there.

someone correct me if i'm wrong.

 

I recommend German Formula Castrol 0w30 at operating temp it's more lke 40 weight

 

i am in ny and have run 10w and 5w through the winter and your engine still runs better with 5w in the winter.