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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 12:34 AM
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Hi guys, I think its time for me to do a fluid change. I'm planning on using Mobil 1 75w90. Is this a good oil? I will be going to buttonwillow at the end of the month and forecast shows its gonna be about 100F that day.

I'd like to know what you guys are using.

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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:46 AM
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I'd rather use a bit of a heavier weight, like LE1605 or Amsoil 75w110.
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by spets,Jul 25 2010, 03:46 AM
I'd rather use a bit of a heavier weight, like LE1605 or Amsoil 75w110.
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 09:45 AM
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I'm inclined to stick with the factory specification of a 90 weight (not multi-grade) GL-5 gear oil. I have been using the LE 607, and switched to LE 1605 although it has a higher viscosity (it is still GL-5). Next time I may try to locate Motul PA90, which is an SAE90 GL-5 oil.

I autocross only, no track.
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 12:27 PM
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I use 75/140 Mobil 1. It's specified for light trucks and SUV's.
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 12:46 PM
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I just replaced my diff fluid with Mobil1 75w90 LS synthetic. Seems fine!
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 03:57 PM
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LS is limited slip...
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Old Jul 25, 2010 | 04:16 PM
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Amsoil 75W140.
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Old Jul 27, 2010 | 07:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Emil St-Hilaire,Jul 25 2010, 07:16 PM
Amsoil 75W140.
Same here
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Old Jul 27, 2010 | 08:43 AM
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PuddyDad recommends a 75W140 for all track cars. I also use the Mobil 1. I just spoke to him about this and he says the 90W is not heavy enough. He says a minimum of 110 for street cars as it won't sheer down quite as much.
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