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Old 08 Jul 2003, 10:55 am
Philip®
 
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Default Re: Which Mobil 1 oil has closer characteristics to the 5W-20 grade?

>noway wrote:
>> It's easier to get 5W30, is that acceptable? Costco has the 5
>> quart jugs really cheap.

>
> I wouldn't put 30 in where 20 is recommended. You can always call or
> email Mobil, or the manufacturer to get there recommendations.


To be quite blunk about it ... from what do you know about the real
world difference between 5w-20 vs. 5w-30 and why the factory
recommendation in the first place?
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Philip

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