what oil to use??
Agreed, synthetic is overkill for over 99% of users. More of a warm blanket to sleep better with than an actual benefit. Any modern Group II base lubricant with a decent additive package will perform well.
I always find it amusing how folks claim that their conditions are harsh in 100 degree weather when the oil will hit 180-200 deg F as normal operating temperature anyway. It does not matter if it's 50 degrees outside or 100, the oil will reach it's operating temp anyway.
Where synthetics shine is in low oil temperature performance such as in start up. Most don't realize this, but more wear occurs in the first three minutes of starting a cold car than in two hours of "high" temp operation.
I always find it amusing how folks claim that their conditions are harsh in 100 degree weather when the oil will hit 180-200 deg F as normal operating temperature anyway. It does not matter if it's 50 degrees outside or 100, the oil will reach it's operating temp anyway.
Where synthetics shine is in low oil temperature performance such as in start up. Most don't realize this, but more wear occurs in the first three minutes of starting a cold car than in two hours of "high" temp operation.
None-the-less, I still would prefer synthetic for it's other benefits even if I don't reach the ends of it's performance levels.
Nissan recommends 5W-30 so I used that in the Mobil 1 variation for a while. I've since switched to Mobil 1 0W-30 and I couldn't be happier. Most engine damage occurs during start up and shut down. Having oil with lower viscosity when your engine is cold will facilitate better lubrication.
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