Oil for higher mileage rides
08-15-2011, 02:09 AM
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E55 then E63, now back to an E55
Oil for higher mileage rides
Friends got roughly 120 on his beast. He's wondering if he should still use the factory (? I believe 0w40) Mobil1 - or I just looked on their website & suggested switch it up to their High Mileage formula which is 5w30?
He claims he wants a thicker oil which is better for high mileage cars because it allows even coating/protection/etc.
My philosophy though has always been thinner oil to allow it to move it there freely, not becoming clogged, and lubing all the parts up.
Of course I know this all changes with cold/hot climates as well, so regardless of that whats the idea about thick/thin oils related to mileage only? Thx
He claims he wants a thicker oil which is better for high mileage cars because it allows even coating/protection/etc.
My philosophy though has always been thinner oil to allow it to move it there freely, not becoming clogged, and lubing all the parts up.
Of course I know this all changes with cold/hot climates as well, so regardless of that whats the idea about thick/thin oils related to mileage only? Thx
08-15-2011, 09:07 PM
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10-50wt if you want thicker and in hot climates.
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E63 Biturbo, UPD Cold Air induction kit, UPD performance crank pulley and UPD adjustable rear suspension with ride height adjustment.
CL55 UPD Cold Air Boost kit, UPD 3000 stall converter, UPD 77mm SC clutched pulley and beltwrap kit, Custom long tubes, UPD crank pulley , UPD suspension kit, UPD SC pulley, Aux. HE, Trunk tank w/rule 2000 pump, Mezeire pump, UPD 5pc idler set, Aluminum rotor hats.
www.ultimatepd.com
instagram @ultimate_pd
facebook.com/ultimatepd
