Engine oil to recommend

[Asure7]

Lol looks "amsoil-sponsored".

If really so scared just get any oil approved with BMW LL-01 or MB 229.3/229.5.

Mercedes maintains a comprehensive list of approved oils. May be overkill for jap cars though. Seriously, almost any oil meets jap/korean car requirements.

Some oils say they meet bmw/mercedes standards but are not really tested and approved, so do check the list (Amsoil is not officially approved).

229.5: MB 229.5 - Multigrade engine oils (Specification 229.5) - Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Operating Fluids

229.3: MB 229.3 - Multigrade engine oils (Specification 229.3) - Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Operating Fluids


MB sheet 229.3 approved oils*for passenger cars with gas and diesel engines with extended drain interval indicator FSS up to 20,000 km, or 40,000 km - 25,000 mi, current minimum spec for 1998+ MB engines, min. 1.0% fuel saving compared to 229.1, based on ACEA A3 B4. For gas engine of the M100 series, gas engines of the M200 series and diesel engines of the OM600 series (not models with Euro 4 diesel particle filters).*


MB sheet 229.5 approved oils; "MB Longlife Service Oils"*for passenger cars with gas and diesel engines with extended drain intervals beyond 229.3 oils, to 30,000 km, min 1.8% fuel saving, first oils introduced summer 2002. ACEA A3 B4. For gas engines of the M100 series, gas engines of the M200 series and diesel engines of the OM600 series (not models with Euro 4 diesel particle filters).*

 

[bolts]

My honest opinion is people are trying to split hairs when wanting to compare brands of oil.

Just get a good, right spec oil, stick to the oil change schedule like religion. And the engine will be fine.

 

[Asure7]

My honest opinion is people are trying to split hairs when wanting to compare brands of oil.

Just get a good, right spec oil, stick to the oil change schedule like religion. And the engine will be fine.

I would agree to a certain extend. However, the specs required for Japanese and Korean makes are pretty low such that almost any oil (even those obviously inferior ones) in the market meets the spec. Many cars don't even require API SM (when SN is the standard now).
Thus, there is a tendency to compare to get the best value due to the disparity.

But once you go to the well-known brand names, its really splitting hairs. They are all good oils.

 

[Genesisz]

My honest opinion is people are trying to split hairs when wanting to compare brands of oil.

Just get a good, right spec oil, stick to the oil change schedule like religion. And the engine will be fine.

True. And to avoid splitting hairs due to the various brands of good engine oil, I stick with OEM engine oil.

Some car models like Volkswagen do have OEM engine oil.

 

[Genesisz]

Using castrol edge on an SUV , now use for 9,700km already (servicing due next week) still very smooth.

Also used for 20,000km on a conti for many years also no problem.

I am also using Castrol Edge engine oil 5W40. I have used it before and am sticking with this oil.

No issue and no problem.

 

[Genesisz]

Is 0w30 or 0w40 better ?

In my opinion, I would have gone for thicker oil provided that it is acceptable to be used according to the car manual.

 

[Genesisz]

Query : European formula means what? only for conti cars?

Looking to stock up on this.

Pennzoil Ultra 5W-40 European Full Synthetic Motor Oil

I had used the Amsoil European Formula before and I treated it like normal engine oil.

Changed out at 10k servicing interval. Very smooth.

 

[Genesisz]

Driving a small car

Used Shell, Toyota, amsoil and redline, all 5w 40

shell very thick, good for protection but not good for fc

toyota, i think it is manufacture by idemitsu, good for day to day usage.

amsoil, most light, it get very rough after 5k mark

redline, still using, similar to toyota but abit lighter, rough after 7k mark.

as long you use a decent oil, and change oil every 5k for mineral and 10k for syn, i think you are ok, unless you always redline your car or track.

I had tried most of the oil which you had listed. Similar feedback and I agree that just normal servicing and changing out for fresh engine oil at 10k servicing interval would be sufficient.

 

[PatchAdam]

cheap cheap for my junk ride. US$12.57 fssg

Amazon.com: Chevron 38623 Delo 400 LE SAE 15W-40 Motor Oil - 1 Gallon: Automotive

This oil is back to 12.57 USD again!

 

[sinicker]

Pennzoil Ultra 5W-40 European Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart (Pack of 6)

US$44.54 and can clip US$6 coupon. translates to S$8.35 per quart.

 

[xbearx]

usually how long can these engine oil be kept?

 

[xbearx]

Pennzoil Ultra 5W-40 European Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart (Pack of 6)

US$44.54 and can clip US$6 coupon. translates to S$8.35 per quart.

the shipping cost is $100+

 

[escksu]

I would agree to a certain extend. However, the specs required for Japanese and Korean makes are pretty low such that almost any oil (even those obviously inferior ones) in the market meets the spec. Many cars don't even require API SM (when SN is the standard now).
Thus, there is a tendency to compare to get the best value due to the disparity.

But once you go to the well-known brand names, its really splitting hairs. They are all good oils.

Actually many cars do require at least SM oils (modern cars). Old cars then don't really need.

The main issue with older old spec is the high zinc content which will damage the cat. SN has even lower zinc which is supposedly to protect the cat.

However, this cause problems for old cars as well. Cause old cars need the zinc to protect the engine against wear (esp. those using flat tappets). Lack of zinc result in elevated cam lobe wear.

So, many pple using old cars need to add additives to supplement the lack of zinc.

 

[sinicker]

usually how long can these engine oil be kept?

the shipping cost is $100+

I have 20 quarts of engine oil in my store. for the next 5 servicings. as long as keep in dry, cool store. nothing's gonna happen.

free shipping with orders >US$125.

 

[Z_Dash]

I have 20 quarts of engine oil in my store. for the next 5 servicings. as long as keep in dry, cool store. nothing's gonna happen.

free shipping with orders >US$125.

Any max weight limit to order? I know GST needs to be below sgd $400 but unsure if we can order one large shipping like 24 x 1 quarts.

 

[sinicker]

Any max weight limit to order? I know GST needs to be below sgd $400 but unsure if we can order one large shipping like 24 x 1 quarts.

there is weight limit. unsure how many kg.

but i just bought 12 in one shipment and it went through.

 

[CCCustom]

A great engine oil should scrub out the combustion carbon deposits and hold the contaminants in suspension. So, oils like Castrol that turn black much faster than Helix has better protection and shows it's doing its proper job.

If the oil don't turn black until after 5k km, just brownish, it means the oil detergent additive is not as good as other oil. It still works, just not as good.

My personal opinion on Helix. It is still a good oil, just not great.

I've not come in in awhile, and looks like people have already forgotten - Castrol buys its oil from Shell Both are not true synthetic, but are highly processed mineral oil that just meets the spec that allows them to call it synthetic oil in some countries, although there are countries e.g. in the EU that prohibit them from calling it synthetic.

 

[foxy_20]

FK massino ok ma??

 

[TopGun]

I've not come in in awhile, and looks like people have already forgotten - Castrol buys its oil from Shell Both are not true synthetic, but are highly processed mineral oil that just meets the spec that allows them to call it synthetic oil in some countries, although there are countries e.g. in the EU that prohibit them from calling it synthetic.

The castrol 0W30 European formula is fully syn. Can whack from amazon too.

 

[xbearx]

i just ordered 24x1 quarts. free shipping.


But Y need to pay import fee deposit? what is it for ? if no import tax levied will it be refunded?