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What weight oil should I use for high mileage?
Identification. For an older, high-mileage passenger car, it is recommended to switch to a thicker viscosity oil, such as 10W-30, when approaching and passing 100,000 miles, to lubricate the engine well for preservation.
Is synthetic oil better for high mileage?
Myth: Full synthetic oil is not good for high mileage cars or older vehicles. The myth is rooted in the idea that synthetic oil is “slipperier”—lower in viscosity, or not as compatible with seals and will therefore leak or leak more in places conventional oil might not. Again, completely untrue.
Should I use synthetic oil or conventional oil?
Yes, synthetic oil is better for your engine than conventional oil. Although conventional oil (i.e., mineral oil) can provide adequate lubrication performance, it can’t compete with the overall engine performance and protection provided by synthetics.
What happens if you put 10w40 instead of 5w30?
As posted above, mixing 5w30 with 10w40 will give you an oil that performs somewhat better in the cold than 10w40, but less good cold than 5w30, and that has a viscosity a bit higher than 5w30 but a bit lower than 10w40. Mixing different oils will not improve the performance or efficiency of the engine in any way.
Is synthetic oil good for older engines?
It protects better, performs better, and lasts longer, and it’s no longer made with a chemical compound that could hurt older vehicles.
What is the temperature range for 10w40 motor oil?
10W-30 synthetic oil’s range is between -25°C/-13°F to 30°C/86°F (sometimes -30°C/-22°F to 35°C/95°F) while a 10W-40 is from -30°C/-22°F to 40°C/104°F. Inside your engine, both oil formulations can withstand temperatures of up to 100°C/212°F. But you know which oil type will work better.
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Which is the best oil for a high mileage car?
While there’s no consensus on what constitutes a high-mileage vehicle, there are many oils designed specifically for engines with over 75,000 miles. Valvoline High Mileage Max Life is a synthetic blend with added detergents that help keep engines clean, and remove more sludge and deposits than standard oil.
Which is the best oil for a 5.4 Triton?
And the best oil for high mileage 5.4 Triton is Valvoline MaxLife SAE 5W-30. For maximum protection and good mileage, Mobil 1 advanced is preferred by a lot of users, and it provides protection up to 10,000 miles. Mobil 1 Advanced 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
What kind of oil does a 2005 Grand Marquis use?
I see the 2005 and 2006 Grand Marquise call for 5w-20 motor oil. Its the same motor as in my 2000 question is can I use 5w-20 in my 2000 Grand Marquise. I currently use mobile full synthetic 5-30.