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schnellman · 12-08-2016, 06:09 AM

I have run Mobil 1 0W40 at the Doktor's recommendation for ten years now in my '98. Others are in love with the more expensive oils and will quote all kinds of studies and reports. Porsche says to use Mobil 1 0W40 and it's worked fine for me and the last 100,000 miles. Nothing will start controversy here faster than an oil question or a tire question. I assure you, you're safe in your climate with Mobil 1 0W40. Some will say that the Mobil oil you buy at Walmart is different than that which you buy at a car parts store. I have spoken with the Mobil techs and they assure me there is no difference.
Let the feud begin!

12-08-2016, 06:09 AM	#2
schnellman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 868	Another Oil Feud? I have run Mobil 1 0W40 at the Doktor's recommendation for ten years now in my '98. Others are in love with the more expensive oils and will quote all kinds of studies and reports. Porsche says to use Mobil 1 0W40 and it's worked fine for me and the last 100,000 miles. Nothing will start controversy here faster than an oil question or a tire question. I assure you, you're safe in your climate with Mobil 1 0W40. Some will say that the Mobil oil you buy at Walmart is different than that which you buy at a car parts store. I have spoken with the Mobil techs and they assure me there is no difference. Let the feud begin!