OIL! Brand, Weight, Type ?

[comp92]

hey guys,

Sorry to jack a thread... there is probably a one out there on this, but i would like everyone to sound off on what Brand/Weight/Type(Conv. or Synt.) of OIL everyone is running. This is all realitive to engine type, size, age, personal pref. and so on. if i asked 20 people i understand i will get 20 answers!

so to sum it up...

WHAT ARE YOU RUNNING?

Thanks!

[mabbore]

87 sunsport 351, 10-40 mobile 5000, with Ford filter

[wiatowski]

86 Sunsport 351 4 quarts 15-40 Rotella 1 quart Lucas.

[Jetlink]

'86 Comp, 351W 5 quarts Rotella 15W40.

[comp92]

Thanks!! thats what i will run... seems to be #trending haha Was begining to wonder if anyone on here used oil! :cool:

[2500HD]

86 Sunsport 351 4 quarts 15-40 Rotella 1 quart Lucas.
89 Saltare, running the same. Love the lucas!

[tg0824SSVGG]

2008 5.7L Indmar with Catalytic Converters -- 5 quarts of Rotella 15-40

[villain]

2004 mercruiser 350 mag mpi
Quicksilver (mercury marine) synthetic 20-40, along with mercruiser/mercury marine oils (tranny, drive, trim, etc) and filters. i work at a dealer, otherwise i would run lucas.

[kvand347]

I'll jump in too even though you already know what I run in mine Mike.

Valvoline VR-1 20w-50 non-synthetic.

[jasun]

89 Saltare, running the same. Love the lucas!


Does the 454 only take 5 quarts? I am getting ready to fill mine.

[jzelt]

04 Launch 22 SSV 5.7L, Straight 40W Wolfhead, PZ3 Penzoil filter.

[Salty87]

Does the 454 only take 5 quarts? I am getting ready to fill mine.

probably want to check after 4. you won't be able to drain/suck all of it out. tall vs short oil filter can make a little difference too.


put me in the straight 40 weight category too. temps are a bit warmer here in the mornings.