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Car due for servicing 110k, driving stock latio sports, intend to use Amsoil EO, should i use 5W30 or 5W40 ? Any advice?

5W30 or 5W40 Engine Oil Is Better For Your Car? The manual of the manufacturer is the ultimate authority for most people when it comes to the type of oil you are using for your vehicle. This doesn't come into play for others. Instead, you might opt to drop off the car at the mechanic's for a much-needed oil change and trust that the professional knows what to do. It can be difficult for other people to patronize aftermarket workshops. Changing your car's oil is your responsibility, and you find it important to know what your engine's best oil is. Such information will help you make sure your engine is in the best condition after all. Importance of Choosing the Right Oil You give your vehicle the chance to have a longer engine life if you choose the right engine oil. Motor oil lubricates the parts of your engine so that they don't rub each other and cause wear and tear. If you don't have the right motor oil, you'll need to repair your engine parts in a short time. Apart from choosing the right engine oil, you also need to make sure that you change your oil about every 8000 to 10000 kms to keep the engine in top shape. Choosing the wrong motor oil will cause you a lot of trouble. It can void the warranty that disqualifies your car from any repairs or maintenance that a driver is supposed to enjoy after you buy a new vehicle. Some of the factors to consider as you choose your motor oil include: Viscosity and Oil Thickness The oil's viscosity is closely associated with its thickness. If the engine oil is dense, it will be more viscous. If the oil is thinner, the viscosity will be lower. Viscosity generally refers to the facility of liquid flow. Motor oils 5w30 and 5w40 are number 5, followed by W. W is winter and not weight. So as a Singapore-driven car, we can disregard the W portion. The number after the ‘w’ represents the thickness of the oil in normal or warmer temperatures. The 5w40 has a higher viscosity in warmer temperatures than the 5w30. The Role of Weather In the type of engine oil you use for your car, Singapore's climate and weather play a significant role. Higher temperatures would need a lower viscosity. The oil flows quickly through the system to ensure maximum performance of the engine. That's why, unlike 10w or 20w oils, these two oils are ideal for colder temperatures. High temperatures, on the other hand, need a slightly higher viscosity, but one that is not too high to inhibit successful flow. You don't want oil that's too thin and quick to flow as it might have harmful long-term effects on your engine. So which is the best motor oil: 5w40 vs 5w30? 5w30 The most controversial on the market is the 5w30 engine oil. It can be used for various vehicle types and fits well for a large temperature range. The versatility makes it debatable with car owners, although it is favored by a minority, renewed COE customers do not find it comfortable to use a lower viscosity. 5w40 The engine oil of 5w40 is most famous compared to its counterpart. Therefore, it is as popular or commonly used in Singapore. Using this engine oil will help you improve your engine's safety. It protects the engine against building up and sludge, eventually preventing damage. It is also praised for being able to move quickly to all other moving parts and is therefore effective in lubricating the engine. 5w30 vs 5w40 For the most part, these two engine oils are similar. During colder times, they both operate well and thus effectively lubricate the engine. The oil moves quickly through all the components, making it easy when it's cold to rev the engine. But the theory don't apply in our warm climate. In addition, both are used for warmer temperatures as the thickness provides adequate protection for the engine. In addition, the only major difference in warmer temperatures between 5w30 and 5w40 is the viscosity. It makes the 5w30 more appropriate for colder temperatures and the 5w40 more suitable for warmer ones. Final Verdict When it comes to choosing the right engine oil for your vehicle, you don't have to fight. First of all, you have to ask yourself, even before you consider choosing between these two motor oils, "What does the manufacturer recommend?"This is a very valuable guideline because it decides your warranty and your engine's condition. And by choosing Motul 300V, a 100% synthetic racing oil based on ESTERCore® technology. Through technical partnerships with most prestigious team of car racing, Motul has developed a wide range of lubricants for Racing and Sport cars. The 300V Motorsport Line improves performance of the latest generation engines along with hight protection against wear, oil pressure drop and oxidation due to high temperature. Guarantees power and reliability. Medium engine dilution.

hi all, sorry if this topic had been discussed many times before. i am going to send my ride for servicing. should i be using 5w30 or 5w40 engine oil. my milage is about 7.5K on the odometer. first servicing.

Last night i was just msning Terence and he was pretty excited talking about the new Pennzoil Ultra Euro that he will be bringing in, especially the PU 5w30ESP version. Was told a lot of technical details but still couldn't quite understand, why is HTHS so important? was told this oil has very high HTHS 3.7 for a 5w30 oil Any oil expert can explain? http://www.pennzoil.com/#/motor-oil/pennzoil-ultra http://www.pennzoil.com/documents/PENNZOIL...ropeanL5W30.pdf

Need some advice from the gurus of MCF. Thinking of getting EO from amazon, however, undecided whether to get 5w30 or 10w30. From my limited understanding, it seems that the number before 'w' is not relevant for local climate. In fact, more additive is added to the oil achieve 5 (from 10). Appreciate any comments/advice on this. Thank you.

Hi guys, anyone tried this EO? Just wanted to share that it is my first time using this EO and have been running for 200km already. Overall i am quite satisfied with the performance of it. Engine is quiet compared to my previous EO which is Redline. Feel free to give your personal review here. Thanks.

Anyone know any place selling cheaper than this ? (besides promotion from Giant/Shopnsave)

Hi all, Anyone try idemitsu extreme eco? It claim can save 8% of fuel. Don't know how true is that?

Any of the bros here ever used Liqui Moly TopTec 4200 - 5W30 engine oil. Went to service my ride at Sin Ming the other day & the mechanic was recommending me this oil. Didn't use it cos' never heard of it. Need some feedback on this oil. Thanks.

Can the above be used together? I have 1GL of the former and need about a QT more for my Mazda 5... Have loose QT of 5W30 so intend to use it to top up as the 1GL is definitely not enuff...

Hi bros I'm driving a Toyota and mileage reaching 60k, which type of the above oil should I use? Some mechanic says once reached 60, advisable to use w40, is it true?

As above, any recommendations?

anyone know where I can get value for money engine oil?? used to hv C L selling cheap.. now no more... so hope to find so value for money oil and also where to get it change?? thanks

Hi guys, someone please guide me what does all this number represent for the engine oil ? I wish to change my engine oil some time soon but could not decide what type of oil is better or recommended for my 06 sunny ? Bros, any advise ?

Hi Would like to check with bros in tis forum if tis engine oil is gd n suitable for use in sg as my frd gave me a few bottles for free. On e label states: Conoco Hydroclear Super all season Diamond Hydrocrack formula 5W30 Exceeds API SL ILSAC GF-3 & ILSAC GF-2 Ford WSS-M2C205-A and M2C153-G Ford WSS-M2C910-A1 and A2 Chrysler MS-6395 and MS-6395H GM9986166, 9986125 and 9986126 Is this oil Synthetic or mineral? Also, how many KM should I change engine oil if this engine oil is used? THanks jemjem

Anyone know where to buy cash and carry the above motor oil?

http://www.rev-1.com.sg/energy.htm Hi, can give comments on this brand of EO? Kimchi ride suitable to use? Thanks ya.

seems like this isnt a popular EO? thinking of using this to run in my engine for 1k servicing.

Hi all, I am actually considering Schaeffer 70000 SAE 5W-30 for its value. Was wondering if any guru can help?

Hi, any of you guys purchased the 4litre mobile 1 5w30 oil from autobaccs before? if i recall it should be at $70 per tin. i would like to know if this oil is fully synthetic? i asked the staff there, they claimed it is and its cheap because they imported it in bulk from japan. If it is really synthetic as claimed, i feel its a steal at that price. any comments on this oil? or anyother lobang to get mobile 1 cheap? i rem theres a guy selling on the forums, he has a shop at ubi, but cant recall his contact,anyone knows who pls pm me! thanks

Trying my luck... car due for oil change liao, anyone got excess and willing to let go? Thanks!

http://theoildrop.server101.com/forums/sho...ge=0#Post849631

Car is due for oil change. Is the $9.90 per quart still available in Giant?

Seems exceptionally smooth compared even to Shell Helix ultra @ 7k mileage Initally thought bought the wrong oil, wanting to buy 10w30 then found out is 5w30 at home. To finish the wrong oil, I put in 40% 5w30 mobil one & 60% 5w40 shell ultra, went to genting n back, sometimes averaging 180km/hr. Surprising engine is very smooth, like butter, low noise even after genting trip. Anyway, change my oil at 7k due to 20k servicing. (Mobile 1 in the 1 quant bottle) :)

Hi , autobacs having sale of their in-house brand oil. Vantage 5w30, 4l white tin SGD35 Vantage 5w30, 4l gold tin SGD65 Vantage 5w40, 4l silver tin SGD44 Any reviews on these?