What type of oil do you use? (The Mother thread)
#211
Driver School Candidate
What Type of Engine Oil LS400 2000 model
Hi Guys,
Ok I know we have so many threads discussing the oil. But all those threads make us confuse. Now here in UAE, I came across an oil specially designed for lexus but it's API is SM ,not SJ as recommended for our car. I am using it now but I am worried maybe the engine will have problem by using SM oil which is only for engines developed after 2005 and mine is 2000.
So I think you might have any idea about this synthetic or non synthetic which makes Engine more quiter because I think synthetics make engine noisier than non synthetic. Please post replies
Thanks
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Ok I know we have so many threads discussing the oil. But all those threads make us confuse. Now here in UAE, I came across an oil specially designed for lexus but it's API is SM ,not SJ as recommended for our car. I am using it now but I am worried maybe the engine will have problem by using SM oil which is only for engines developed after 2005 and mine is 2000.
So I think you might have any idea about this synthetic or non synthetic which makes Engine more quiter because I think synthetics make engine noisier than non synthetic. Please post replies
Thanks
[IMG]c:\oil.jpg[/IMG]
Last edited by malikqais; 06-26-10 at 02:09 PM.
#212
rule of thumb dont EVER switch to synthetic on a high mileage engine, only use synthetic if that was what was originally used. I use castrol gtx high mileage semi-synthetic , which i believe is the same as synthetic provided i change it at the recommended intervals.
#215
btw lexus oil is a waste of money, if you want synthetic just go get some castrol.
#216
First Gen - Castrol Edge oil?
Don't mean to beat a dead horse here, but I want to ask this again because I didn't get any responses to this a while back:
Is anyone using Castrol Edge oil in the First Gen?
I'm due for an oil change in the next week or two. I've got a -YZZD3 filter ready, and can select my oil. The difference in price between the Mobil 1 and the Castrol Edge is fifty cents per quart.
I'm using Mobil 1 5W-30 right now.
Is anyone using Castrol Edge oil in the First Gen?
I'm due for an oil change in the next week or two. I've got a -YZZD3 filter ready, and can select my oil. The difference in price between the Mobil 1 and the Castrol Edge is fifty cents per quart.
I'm using Mobil 1 5W-30 right now.
#217
Super Moderator
iTrader: (6)
Do a base analysis then one after it has been in the car for the interval you drain at. Then you will have a direct answer for your application. Otherwise, it is to broad a question to ask since each car will give different results. IMO, don't bother, stick with the M1.
I am curious about the Wal Mart Super Syn.
I am curious about the Wal Mart Super Syn.
#218
Do a base analysis then one after it has been in the car for the interval you drain at. Then you will have a direct answer for your application. Otherwise, it is to broad a question to ask since each car will give different results. IMO, don't bother, stick with the M1.
I am curious about the Wal Mart Super Syn.
I am curious about the Wal Mart Super Syn.
#220
By the way, when are you going to post a tutorial on those turn-signal side mirrors? I WANT those on mine... You have a very beautiful machine.
#222