3rd Gen Ram Tech 2002-2008 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 2002 through 2008 Rams Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.

What type of oil should I use?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
  #1  
Old 06-09-2007 | 01:29 AM
rammindodge03's Avatar
rammindodge03
Thread Starter
|
Rookie
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 89
Likes: 0
From:
Default What type of oil should I use?

I am wondering what type of oil is good for the 4.7L. I am currently using Valvoline10w30.
 
  #2  
Old 06-09-2007 | 03:09 AM
Pappy_FB's Avatar
Pappy_FB
Record Breaker
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 1,283
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

I use Mazola or Wesson both are synthetic and very light weight - great for MDS Hemis'.

Just kiddin

I use to use Valvoline or Penzoil religiously until Amzoil and Royal Purple hit the streets.

Justfork out the extra cashfor a really good Filter.

I use the one JC Whitney sells that lets you use a roll of toilet paper. (again joking)
 
  #3  
Old 06-09-2007 | 03:22 AM
HuntinHanson's Avatar
HuntinHanson
Champion
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 3,775
Likes: 0
From: Minnesota
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

I use mobil 1 but i think i will use amsoil on my next change
 
  #4  
Old 06-09-2007 | 08:44 PM
NJMandCEM's Avatar
NJMandCEM
Professional
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 215
Likes: 0
From:
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

ORIGINAL: Pappy_FB

I use Mazola or Wesson both are synthetic and very light weight - great for MDS Hemis'.
Boy.... oh.... boy..... I hope someone dumber then a doorknob just didi'nt read this and run out to do it....
 
  #5  
Old 06-09-2007 | 10:13 PM
djr04's Avatar
djr04
All Star
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 807
Likes: 0
From: South Dakota
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

mobil 1, amsoil, royal purple--all are great oils. Make sure you get a good filter as well though, no reason to spend more money on a good oil and get a fram filter (i know many people are diehard fram fans, but the filtration efficiency and construction isn't good enough in my opinion).
 
  #6  
Old 06-09-2007 | 11:52 PM
HuntinHanson's Avatar
HuntinHanson
Champion
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 3,775
Likes: 0
From: Minnesota
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

i'll be using either K&N oil filter or amsoil. Im thinking amsoil now since i decided to switch and have to order it anyway
 
  #7  
Old 06-10-2007 | 04:20 PM
rammindodge03's Avatar
rammindodge03
Thread Starter
|
Rookie
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 89
Likes: 0
From:
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

I was wondering if a syn oil would be good on the engine at this early of milage. my dad has a 2002 frontier and he is already running a syn oil. i was thinking about using Valvoline 10w30 syn in the winter and 10w40 syn in the summer. i have heard that it is better to run a thinner oil in winter so i will be easier on the valves b/c of the cold and a thicker oil for the summer b/c of the hot air.
 
  #8  
Old 06-10-2007 | 06:12 PM
M15's Avatar
M15
Veteran
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 433
Likes: 0
From: Temecula,CA.
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

Yait'll be ok to run synthetic on your early milage motor. I run 5w20 Lucas synthetic with great results year round but if you prefer to run alittle heaver weight oil thats fine too.
 
  #9  
Old 06-10-2007 | 06:26 PM
hemiyellow's Avatar
hemiyellow
DC Insider
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,681
Likes: 1
From: cedar falls, ia
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

i use all mobil 1 with a Wix filter
 
  #10  
Old 06-10-2007 | 09:05 PM
KRZY.BMET's Avatar
KRZY.BMET
Peaceful Browser
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 4,960
Likes: 1
From: Miramar, Florida
Default RE: What type of oil should I use?

Mobil 1 syn and a K&N Oil Filter. My truck has 3500 miles on it and I run syn.
 



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 02:28 AM.