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Old 02-09-2008, 06:30 AM
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who is using what oil??

So what brand and weight is everybody using. Im new to the diesel world, and do not know much about these engines. Thanks
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Old 02-09-2008, 06:35 AM
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I'm waitng on my 15w-40 Amsoil synthetic from POP. Right now I'm runnin 15w-40 Rotella.
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Old 02-09-2008, 06:36 AM
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i run rotella t 15w40 and ive never had any problems with it
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Old 02-09-2008, 06:36 AM
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I run 5w-40 Rotella but Im in a cold climate. Its up to you as long as you run a diesel rated oil 5w-40 or 15w-40 will work just fine
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Old 02-09-2008, 09:37 PM
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i run chevron dello 400 and love it. its 15w-40
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Delo user here.
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Old 02-09-2008, 09:52 PM
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using Amsoil synthetic 15w40, I am a dealer for it. works great, and fewer oil changes.
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Valvoline 15w40 here
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Old 02-09-2008, 10:08 PM
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Shell Rotella T 15w-40. Seems to work great for me, and although controversial, I have a oil analysis to prove it.
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Old 02-10-2008, 12:25 AM
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Rotella T here. one oil for the trucks and the equipment
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