winter oil weight?
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When it says "API CF" on the bottle, that means that it exceeds the standards for that generation of diesel appropriate oils. CF is much more advanced an oil than what your 13B-T was designed for, and would easily exceed the specs for your engine. People have been using Mobil 1 synthetics on Toyota diesels for a long time with good results...just do a quick search of the site and see how many threads pop up.
I run Mobil 1 synthetic in a 1HZ, 3FE, 3B, and 2F (and my wifes Sienna).
The 3FE had a small rear main leak prior to running synthetic. About the size of a quarter over night. After synthetic, it was the size of a dollar bill. Changed out the rear main and no more leaks.
That was one of my favorite LandCruiser moments, the first time that none of my trucks leaked.
Anyways, I run synthetic fluids everywhere I can.
The 3FE had a small rear main leak prior to running synthetic. About the size of a quarter over night. After synthetic, it was the size of a dollar bill. Changed out the rear main and no more leaks.
That was one of my favorite LandCruiser moments, the first time that none of my trucks leaked.
Anyways, I run synthetic fluids everywhere I can.
What about good old fashion 5-30W or 10-30W... that should do just fine! right?
What about the Mobil1 5w-50 synthetic in the 13B-T ?
I personally haven't seen a diesel rated 5W30, but then again, I haven't looked as that is too light for my liking.
I tried synthetic diesel rated 10W30 in my 13B-T for a month one winter, but I personally felt it was too thin to offer adequate protection.
Napa gold semi syn is diesel rated. My local napa called their rep and he was able to confirm it was. It just doesn't say it on the bottle.
I ran it last winter in my Merc diesel with no ill effects. It had oil pressure and never burnt any. As far as lubricating properites..... I duuno
I ran it last winter in my Merc diesel with no ill effects. It had oil pressure and never burnt any. As far as lubricating properites..... I duuno
Curious, what's the extended interval you run?
I try and go 15000km with a filter every 5000km...but I never make it that far.
With a secondary oil filter, I was running 20000km plus...
Dunno if the 3BII's went FIPG or not. A lot of seals cross up to later models, so if you order from Toy you are getting the latest anyway. Dunno if they improves them over the years.
I don't understand your second question, but will forge on: I used new Toyota cork for the sidecover and pan. I was two for two with new cork gaskets and leaking with synth. Maybe it was my install of the cork...dunno.
Now I would be tempted to us FIPG for the side cover and pan, ala the later model engines.
The price of Esso 0/40 XD Extra at Wallyworld makes it worthwhile with 10,000km drain intervals.
hth's
gb
hey guys.. I just did my beb in my 1hd-t... I am thinking of going to a full synthetic oil.. should I worry about leaks?? truck has 138K on it.. I live in Calgary AB Canada?? need a little help ..any advise.... thanks...
O.K. Just picked up my MOTOMASTER Formula 1 0-30 semi synthetic.. changing it tonight.. thanks Wayne..I will get the rotella next time I'm in the neighborhood...
Be cautious using any 30 weight oil in a diesel, especially if it has a turbo; the oil is not up to the temperatures a turbo diesel sees. If you want to use MM oil use a 40 or 50 weight. I'm running 5W50 MMF1 as a winter oil.
thanks John.. this is really a city hauler.. although I am going to drive 300kms on the highway right away... should I be worried.. thanks,