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Originally Posted by G.Newt
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Originally Posted by YuminNuman
I bought the OEM LL14 last time just because I couldn't figure out what else to put in. The parts girl said it's just penzzoil something something in an expensive bottle, which I have read elsewhere, but really who knows. It was $80 something for 7 bottles.
I'm open to going thicker but the winter months can be a problem. I don't care about LL as it's out by 7500 miles. The analysis was great so I'll probably stick with a good 0w20 just non BMW. Open to suggestions..
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Go with the diesel oils lol. If you're worried about cold starts in the winter, the Valvoline oil actually exceeds the CCS standard for 0W oil viscosity at -35 Celsius, even though it's a 5W. It'll keep your engine head clean and help lengthen the life of your rod bearings.
http://www.pqiamerica.com/coldcrank.htm
Most heavy duty diesel oils will be around 6,000, which is under the 6,200 maximum for 0W oil. |
Castrol Edge European Formula 0W-40 in black 5-qt jug for $25.xx at Walmart. Meets BMW LongLife-01 spec.