oil viscosity for older vehicles

[barks]

hi,
without trying to start an over discussed issue,

2002 03 model boxster 2.7 124k miles, i live in uk, -12 to +34

this car is recommended by porsche to use mobil1 0w40 but its now 13 years old and done 124k miles, does this change things??

my car sounds fine untill it reaches about 60 degrees then there is a noise on deceleration and idle, as soon as i rev past 1500 it stops.

the noise is never there when its under 60 degress when the oil is thicker so,,

does the engine just need thicker oil when hot due to engine wear?

what is the ideal viscosity for the variocam?

i think if i use 0w 60 it would stay quiet but obviously not flow as fast round the engine so would this cause the oil to overheat thus loose its viscosity and be pointless?

has anyone ducted cool air to the oil cooler?

yes ive read loads of articles, everyone has different opinions on oil, yes i know there isnt a 0w60

looking at castrol edge titanium 10w 60 or mobil 1 peak life 5w 50 ?

cheers
barks

[thstone]

Are we being punked today? Where are the cameras? First, the guy too lazy to search and now an oil thread?

If I find a tire thread in the next 20 mins, I'll know its a setup!

[barks]

yeah thats helpfull, thanks.

as my pcv and vent line to aos was blocked theres a good chance an oil passage is also restricted so im going to flush the engine hope the seals hold up and then fill up with one of the 2 mentioned oils or valvoline vr1 semi 10w60 and i wont bother posting the results as most of you are obviously up your own arses and way above any constructive help like what does the variocam prefer viscosity wise...

lastly let me appologise on behalf of all new members that may ask questions you feel beneath you to warrant a reply.

[Gelbster]

This subject is very well covered in previous threads.
Suggest you use search term "Joe Gibbs DT40" or JGDT40.
The product is not available in U.K. but but the discussion will lead you in the right direction.
Also search for LN oil filter adapter.
The noise you mention is a potentially serious concern. Suggest further diagnosis- urgently.

[thstone]

Originally Posted by barks

yeah thats helpfull, thanks.

as my pcv and vent line to aos was blocked theres a good chance an oil passage is also restricted so im going to flush the engine hope the seals hold up and then fill up with one of the 2 mentioned oils or valvoline vr1 semi 10w60 and i wont bother posting the results as most of you are obviously up your own arses and way above any constructive help like what does the variocam prefer viscosity wise...

lastly let me appologise on behalf of all new members that may ask questions you feel beneath you to warrant a reply.

Hey Barks, sorry. This is one of the best forums around and we don't want you to get the wrong impression. Hope you come back.

[barks]

no worries, my reply was ott , just had a metal shard removed from my cornea...

barks

[Alfieg23]

Without wanting to anger the "Go Search" alumni…..opinions about which oil is best are like noses, everyone has one. It is true that performing searches on this website will result in countless hours of reading pleasure containing vastly different opinions. In most cases, I have found responders to be extremely helpful and informative. To add my 2 cents to this thread, I have a 2000 Base 2.7 with 85K miles in which I have been using Mobil 1 10W/40 High Mileage since it had 70K miles and am pleased with the results.

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by barks

no worries, my reply was ott , just had a metal shard removed from my cornea...

barks

Been there done that, decided not to do it again!

[JayG]

Originally Posted by thstone

Are we being punked today? Where are the cameras? First, the guy too lazy to search and now an oil thread?

If I find a tire thread in the next 20 mins, I'll know its a setup!

I feel an IMS thread about to start....