Question about oil weight

Discussion in 'Engine & Performance Modifications' started by Maximus from the 915, Dec 17, 2008.

  1. Dec 17, 2008 at 7:41 AM #1
    Maximus from the 915

    Maximus from the 915 New Member

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    Hello my friends. I'm about to do an oil change and was wondering what weight you recommend. I have an 04 SRT-4 with about 69000 miles. I live in San Antonio, but the weather right now is kinda cool. Any suggestions?
     
  2. Dec 17, 2008 at 7:48 AM #2
    srt-4chick

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    I use 5-30
     
  3. Dec 17, 2008 at 7:49 AM #3
    nevinsrt

    nevinsrt Getaway driver for hire

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    the stock 5w30 is fine

    in my wifes cruiser im using 10w30
    in my skittle im using 15w40 with no problems at 95k
     
  4. Dec 17, 2008 at 7:58 AM #4
    Maximus from the 915

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    Thanks for the input
     
  5. Dec 17, 2008 at 1:26 PM #5
    Cygnus

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    I usually go with what factory says... 5w30 here on both SRT-4's. My stock oil cap says it so that's what I'm using lol.
     
  6. Dec 18, 2008 at 10:10 PM #6
    StillANeon

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    0w-40 All year round. (Mobil One Euro formula)

    Plus it goes in the Caliber SRT-4's stock.
     
  7. Dec 23, 2008 at 2:24 PM #7
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    Why so thick in the cold weather?
     
  8. Jan 19, 2009 at 6:08 PM #8
    nevinsrt

    nevinsrt Getaway driver for hire

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    i use it all year round and it doesnt get that cold down here for it to freeze.
     
  9. Jan 20, 2009 at 12:40 AM #9
    Dysphagia

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    why would that matter? its completely different than the NSRT4 motor.

    OP: do a little research on what oil you should use for the climate of your area.
     
  10. Jan 20, 2009 at 5:25 AM #10
    kingnate

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    LOL kind reminds of this kid with a civic saying he runs mobil 1 cause that whats porsches have in them.


    San Antonio is alot like ABQ climate wise so he should be fine with the OEM's recomendation. I would bet unless you live in a place that sees temps well into the negatives (5W is tested down to -13F) so if its gonna get colder than that consider switching.