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just wondering what kind of motor oil we use?

15W40

Adam wrote:15W40

Just wondering if CC told u to run this,as he would know.
thks

Marty

every diesel I've ever owned run with 15w40 .
I've always used mineral, as my diesels were always older, however if I had a brand new'ish one, I'd run a full synth.

That said, it is my strong believe that the frequency of oil changes has higher impact on engine life than the mineral/synth option.
so my Deli gets a change every 5000kms or less.

Thks for the info i have the wrong oil ill bring it back lol.How about the rest of ya?

it is my strong believe that the frequency of oil changes has higher impact on engine life than the mineral/synth option.
so my Deli gets a change every 5000kms or less.

I don't know anything about the mineral / synth. debate, but I totally agree that whatever you use, it most defiantly needs regular changing! When in doubt, change your oil. Pretty simple, easy procedure that makes a huge difference to the happiness and longevity of a motor. I generally don't mix well with wrenches but can and do change the oil - keeps me at least a little in-touch with the health and happiness of my transportion

3 months 15/40 mineral.
8 months 15/40 synthetic.

I prefer the synthetic. Without touching anything, after about a month and a half of heavy driving, synth seemed to calm the engine down a touch. Less vibrating. Not much difference, but noticeable.

It took two filter changes for the calmer side to show itself.

Jesse

i usually used regular 15/40 motor oil lubri moly made in germany, specially design for turbo engine.formulated in germany used for benz , BMW & VW.
my delica has 192kms now & not even burn any oil as for this mileage, it works really good. its a very good oil.
german technology.
cheers;

thank you all for all the info!