15w-40 Rotella T4 for me usually, however I have run T6 5w-40 full synthetic a few times. It is rated for my truck. Engine smells funny for a few days after a change with T6. I should probably make up my mind and not switch around but the Blackstone reports are always good so I guess it isn't hurting anything.
I have not used one or t'other long enough consecutively to see any mileage difference.
Last oil change I couldn't find either and used Lucas 15-40 non-synthetic from Rural King. It was super cheap, like $50 per 5 gallon maybe? Seems fine, truck hasn't blown up.
10w30 vs 15w40 son
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15w40 Delvac, that's what says on the engine. Rotella sometimes when Mobil is out of stock.
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Would not think of running anything other than 15w40 in a diesel. I've known people to run 15w40 in a minivan.
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From what I have read a higher WT oil will be better long term and better in warmer weather but if your going to trade in the trucks at 500K I don't think you will see any problems with 10-30 WT and if your going to do cold starts below 0 then a full synthetic will be of a benefit.
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Am I allowed to get mad since everyone is not agreeing with me? I came to TTR to get confirmation for my idea…
lol just kidding. I am surprised so far nobody is running 10w30 though. No wonder I was able to find some barrels in stock. :X
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