View Poll Results: Which Oil to use if you're switching??

Mobil 1 SuperSyn

83.33%

Castrol Syntec

16.67%

Penzoil Synthetic

Valvoline Synthetic

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Which Oil to use if you're switching??

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May 6, 2002 | 05:30 AM

FormerH22a4

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Which Oil to use if you're switching??

I have some time till I make the switch to synthetic but after the Mobil1 reformulation with their SuperSyn I don't know what to consider. I think I will stay with an API SJ or SH rated oil since I don't want any problems with the dealer if they challenge that on any warrantee work.

May 6, 2002 | 07:10 AM

honda606

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AMSOIL or Royal Purple Multi-Blend.

Out of the choices above I guess Castrol but they are all inferior.

May 6, 2002 | 10:02 AM

wanabe

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From: manhattan beach, calif

dont switch until your engine is well broken in!

May 6, 2002 | 10:07 AM

FormerH22a4

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yup, I know that. Have to wait till the seals have settled. I'll probably switch around 12 000kms.

It seems like you guys will still stick with the new Mobil 1 even though it has low zinc levels to protect wear. I think AMSOIL and Redline are the best but they aren't API SJ or SH rated so they aren't considered.