Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5W-40
02-12-2012, 04:30 PM
#52
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5w-40 in one oil "ESP Formula M"?
http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/MotorOil/Oils/Mobil_1_ESP_Formula_M_5W-40.aspx
02-12-2012, 06:28 PM
#53
Just cause its not listed on that website doesn't mean its not produced. I use it everyday at work. Here is the data sheet from Mobil.
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...a_M_5W-40.aspx
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...a_M_5W-40.aspx
02-12-2012, 07:17 PM
#54
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Just cause its not listed on that website doesn't mean its not produced. I use it everyday at work. Here is the data sheet from Mobil.
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...a_M_5W-40.aspx
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...a_M_5W-40.aspx
02-12-2012, 07:44 PM
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2007 E63, 2006 C55
Mobil 1 5W-40
My dealer put the new ESP 5W-40 in my E63 last Summer, when it was HOT outside. I noticed from day 2 after that service there was a little audible lifter noise at initial startup, lasted about 30 - 60 seconds and then all was fine. Engine ran super once warmed up, and the oil lasted a long time without getting discolored much. The 5W-40 is a quality oil.
However, I did my customary 6 month oil change at home last month, used Mobil 1 0W-40, and cold start lifter noise is completely gone. Engine revs freer when cold, but once warm no perceptible difference in performance.
I say my 156 engine is happier with the 0W-40, while the cold start lifter tap was likely harmless, it was not there before the 5W-40, and is not there after it either.
I'm sticking with 0W-40 going forward. Have also always used the 0W-40 in my C55 and V12, never had any lubrication issues with either.
However, I did my customary 6 month oil change at home last month, used Mobil 1 0W-40, and cold start lifter noise is completely gone. Engine revs freer when cold, but once warm no perceptible difference in performance.
I say my 156 engine is happier with the 0W-40, while the cold start lifter tap was likely harmless, it was not there before the 5W-40, and is not there after it either.
I'm sticking with 0W-40 going forward. Have also always used the 0W-40 in my C55 and V12, never had any lubrication issues with either.
02-12-2012, 07:54 PM
#56
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My dealer put the new ESP 5W-40 in my E63 last Summer, when it was HOT outside. I noticed from day 2 after that service there was a little audible lifter noise at initial startup, lasted about 30 - 60 seconds and then all was fine. Engine ran super once warmed up, and the oil lasted a long time without getting discolored much. The 5W-40 is a quality oil.
However, I did my customary 6 month oil change at home last month, used Mobil 1 0W-40, and cold start lifter noise is completely gone. Engine revs freer when cold, but once warm no perceptible difference in performance.
I say my 156 engine is happier with the 0W-40, while the cold start lifter tap was likely harmless, it was not there before the 5W-40, and is not there after it either.
I'm sticking with 0W-40 going forward. Have also always used the 0W-40 in my C55 and V12, never had any lubrication issues with either.
However, I did my customary 6 month oil change at home last month, used Mobil 1 0W-40, and cold start lifter noise is completely gone. Engine revs freer when cold, but once warm no perceptible difference in performance.
I say my 156 engine is happier with the 0W-40, while the cold start lifter tap was likely harmless, it was not there before the 5W-40, and is not there after it either.
I'm sticking with 0W-40 going forward. Have also always used the 0W-40 in my C55 and V12, never had any lubrication issues with either.
02-13-2012, 12:27 AM
#57
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Using 0-40 Mobil, many people have reported similar positive experiences with other engines. Nice job.
My dealer put the new ESP 5W-40 in my E63 last Summer, when it was HOT outside. I noticed from day 2 after that service there was a little audible lifter noise at initial startup, lasted about 30 - 60 seconds and then all was fine. Engine ran super once warmed up, and the oil lasted a long time without getting discolored much. The 5W-40 is a quality oil.
However, I did my customary 6 month oil change at home last month, used Mobil 1 0W-40, and cold start lifter noise is completely gone. Engine revs freer when cold, but once warm no perceptible difference in performance.
I say my 156 engine is happier with the 0W-40, while the cold start lifter tap was likely harmless, it was not there before the 5W-40, and is not there after it either.
I'm sticking with 0W-40 going forward. Have also always used the 0W-40 in my C55 and V12, never had any lubrication issues with either.
However, I did my customary 6 month oil change at home last month, used Mobil 1 0W-40, and cold start lifter noise is completely gone. Engine revs freer when cold, but once warm no perceptible difference in performance.
I say my 156 engine is happier with the 0W-40, while the cold start lifter tap was likely harmless, it was not there before the 5W-40, and is not there after it either.
I'm sticking with 0W-40 going forward. Have also always used the 0W-40 in my C55 and V12, never had any lubrication issues with either.
02-13-2012, 12:29 AM
#58
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Just cause its not listed on that website doesn't mean its not produced. I use it everyday at work. Here is the data sheet from Mobil.
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...a_M_5W-40.aspx
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...a_M_5W-40.aspx
02-13-2012, 01:49 AM
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02-14-2012, 09:58 PM
#60
I work at a dealer. We get it in our bulk tank. We also sell qts of 5w40 Formula M and ESP. ESP is only recommended for use in diesel vehicles with a diesel particulate filter (DPF).
02-14-2012, 10:20 PM
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02-14-2012, 10:30 PM
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Do you know how a normal consumer can obtain the Mobil 1 5W40 Formula M (without ESP)?
02-17-2012, 02:03 PM
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2005 C55, 2006 Ram 2500 MegaCab diesel, sold 2001 Dodge 2500 Cummins, sold 87 190e-16v, sold 97 e420
I by the stuff every oil change at Oreilli's auto parts, it is a diesel motor oil so they sell it in 1 gallon jugs, we need 2 gallons anyway.
This oil should eliminate sludge buildup.
This oil should eliminate sludge buildup.
