skylinrcr01

Hey guys, I tried searching, and found some W210 stuff, but nothing on the W211.

Is T6 Rotella a good oil for the M113K? I've heard M1 isn't as great as I thought it was, and want to try something different without spending buckets of cash.

Also have heard good things about rotella from my Audi and Honda days.

equitiesguy

Castrol Edge, European Formula. Rotella doesn't meet the specifications for this engine.

johnnybgd

why would you expect truck diesel engine oil to meet MB specs ? this oil has more additives and is not subject to all the smog BS automotive oil must conform to. I use it in 2 Lexi, 1 Saab 2.0T, 1 Triumph 955 I RS, AND my 2 400 hp cigarette boat engines. i'll put in my new to me clk430 just as soon as I can. to each his own..........

skylinrcr01

It does meet diesel MB specs, it has a better additive package than most other synthetics. I've heard in high stress applications that M1 can break down pretty quick, and I think a supercharged high compression V8 is pretty high stress.

This diesel oil is also qualified to work in gas engines, so it shouldn't really be an issue. Some people swear by the stuff.

johnnybgd

I swear by "the stuff ". IF I had an airplane, it would use it also.

Toadster

Put it in one of our old Miatas - was awesome!

Forrest Gump 9

I've been using it in my E55 for the last three years and in my 911 turbo the last two. No complaints, it actually quiet down the Porsche a lot on start up.

redassag00

IIRC it meets 228.3, but nothing newer than that. But our cars use 229.5 and 229.51.

Its actually categorized as an HDEO (Heavy Duty Engine Oil). I've pretty much standardized the use in my 6.7L Powerstroke, 740iL, 350SD and FZJ80 Land Cruiser.

Was waffling on the M113K but after reading on here, it looks like that its a good bet for our engines.

thtguy

I used to use Rotella Synthetic in all my diesels... VW, Ford, MB... but never thought about using in any gas powered cars.

I did put it on my bicycle chain once though, and got and extra 40 hp!!!

StarvingArtist

There was a test posted here a while back, I don't remember if rotella was in it, but I'll be using royal purple 5-40 from now on because of it.

lseguy

im always skeptical when the supporting evidence for ANYTHING is "i heard..."
lol

skylinrcr01

Same here lol

redassag00

Some good discussion here....https://mbworld.org/forums/c63-amg-w...otella-t6.html

lseguy

there are those who have gotten well over 250k miles on their E55's running Mobil1 or even lesser oils. Thats good enough for me..

oneslow55

That oil blows away the mobil 1 ..Go read and you'll see how good it is.It's got high protection.

jmb614

Read what? Do you have any official, un-biased test reports comparing the two oils? I would be interested in reading.

oneslow55

Search on for bob oil l guy black stone reports you'll be shocked

lseguy

but if I never keep my cars for 200k miles, and many have gotten well over 250k miles on their e55's using Mobil1 (or even lesser oils), and considering I only drive on the street (not rallys, not on the track), why would I go to Rotella? What's in it for me? I have zero interest in whether or not this engine gets to 500k miles. Couldnt care less

oneslow55

Then don't post or comment on this thread !You don't even have a charger so for you it's pointless since your making low power

lseguy

Im not following. I own a 2006 E55.
Are you referring to a Dodge Charger? No I dont own one of those

HONDO250

Alternate Engine Oil Options that meet or exceed Mercedes Benz Specification ?
I own a 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK250 BT and have faithfully used MOBIL 1.
Is there a synthetic Grade Oil that is safe to use and from a price point can replace Mobil 1.
??? Is Mobil 1 used in Germany or other countries , what brands are available in the USA.?
Appreciate sound advice concerning the subject of oil.

lseguy

Walmart SuperTech full synthetic

carguyshu

the euro blend used in 0w-40 mobile 1 is different their other weights as an FYI