Addition Information reference in the 101 Projects Book

[Adagosto]

Hi all,

Question for ya...in the 101 Projects book, in the section for oil changed, Wayne talks briefly about choosing an oil type. He mentions going to 101Projects.com for more information.

I went there but I can't find more information. Can someone point me to those details please?

Here is my question. I live in Arizona and I will be attempting my first oil change in late January. That change should take me to about June for the next 5000 mile change. My mechanic, I know used a synthetic Pennzoil type, but I don't know the exact type. Prior to that was the previous owner and he had the dealer do that change. The paperwork for that one just said Mobil 1 Syn.

I'm not married to any brand so can someone give me some suugestions on what brand and weight would be appropriate for my climate? I think Porsche recommends 0W40 and something else...However, in my case with a January thru June run I have the cold morning startups into the hot afternoon trip home from work.

Thoughts?

Thank you!!!

Adam

[JFP in PA]

"Search" is always your best friend, and be ready to be inundated with opinions, many baseless.....

[Adagosto]

Of course I did that already.

I'm not seeing any detailed articles on oil types that I'd expect to see given the author's reference to it.

Can you provide me with a link to the page where this is discussed?

Thanks!

[JFP in PA]

This should help: https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php

[lkchris]

Look for Porsche A40 approval on the bottle. That's all you need.

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by lkchris

Look for Porsche A40 approval on the bottle. That's all you need.

Only if you want to drink the corporate Kool-Aid, otherwise do a search and find out what works best.

[Emo993]

Recommended by LN Engineering....Joe Gibbs DT40 from LN or Summit racing. Best, Mark

[lkchris]

When it comes time to hype yourself as an independent mechanic, there are two standard mantras:

1. Cheaper

2. Better/smarter than the dealer (maybe even better than Porsche)

BTW, check out the Joe Gibbs NASCAR racers ... Mobil 1 decals

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by lkchris

When it comes time to hype yourself as an independent mechanic, there are two standard mantras:

1. Cheaper

2. Better/smarter than the dealer (maybe even better than Porsche)

BTW, check out the Joe Gibbs NASCAR racers ... Mobil 1 decals

.......but not their oil.