Oil / Oil Changes for Michigan 986

[Nomad]

I really don't want to hijack this thread and take it in other directions - but does any one have opinions about what oil weight to use in this situation.

I will be moving from New Hamphshire to South Carolina relatively soon. The 2003 Base has always run 5-40, but the local (SC) auto parts stores, and Walmart, do not carry it. Thinking about switching to 15-50, which the owners manual recommends (Mobil 1 in all cases) or 0-40. Thoughts anyone?

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by Nomad

I really don't want to hijack this thread and take it in other directions - but does any one have opinions about what oil weight to use in this situation.

I will be moving from New Hamphshire to South Carolina relatively soon. The 2003 Base has always run 5-40, but the local (SC) auto parts stores, and Walmart, do not carry it. Thinking about switching to 15-50, which the owners manual recommends (Mobil 1 in all cases) or 0-40. Thoughts anyone?

My cars been in the carolinas since she was shipped cross the sea.. she has had 0-40 always according to service history... people have mentioned having a higher weight in the car often but all ive ever seen (mobile 1 at least) is 0w-40. Where in south carolina do you plan to move to?

[Nomad]

Bluffton, down by Hilton Head.

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by Nomad

Bluffton, down by Hilton Head.

Many many boxsters in Hilton head we vacation there often. You will definitely enjoy it. Charleston will make for excellent day trips.