Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Duratec Maintenance What type of oil should I use?

i use Valvoline synthetic blend, DuraMax i think its called.

been good to me

i even use a full synthetic trans fluid

elraido, I was sure it is made in Wisc., but I figured with my luck I'd be wrong if I ever said it. There is a place in Rice Lake that has a big sign stating "We Sell Amsoil". If I can remember the name I'll call them and see what the price is. Otherwise Farm & Fleet is having a sale on Castrol Syntec for $4.00 a QT. I know that it ain't real syth but it is close.

Pepse.

Big Jim was nice enough to PM this to me:

"I really like Mobil 7500 (synthetic blend), but if uncovering oil leaks is one of your primay concerns, a high mileage oil would serve you better, such as Valvoline MaxLife (dino). If the engine is sound and you are overly concerned about potential leaks, Mobil 7500 would be a better choice."

Up in my area, oil is expensive, and there are never sales.

Mobil 7500 = $3.50/qt.
Valvoline MaxLife = $3.50/qt.
Mobil 1 = $6/qt.