Shell Rotella T6 5W-40?

Katana29 · 11-11-2020, 11:26 PM

Hey guys,

I was wondering if anyone has had any experience running this oil.

I'm currently running Mobil 1 10w40. FI long tube headers that get rid of the cats (I live in Florida- no emissions check). Oil cooler and baffled oil pan with greater capacity (about 6.5qt compared to the standard 5).

Only downsides I can find to using diesel oil are potentially poisoning the cats. And I was hoping for a more stable oil that can withstand high temps and possibly burn off less. That being said, with my current set up I rarely get over 180F, and drop about half way on the dip stick about every 2500 miles.

Any input is appreciated.

Thanks
-James

POS VETT · 11-12-2020, 06:36 AM

IMO, the cold/winter weight should be kept the same as factory recommendation especially in an area with warmer climate like FL. I use Mobil1 0w-40 in the Z to account for much colder winters in OH. I bump the second weight because my "fast cars" are usually driven enthusiastically and one is driven in autocross.

cv129 · 11-12-2020, 09:43 AM

Bobistheoilguy forum should contain more objective data on this, if you want to research more.

I’ve heard T6 being used by turbo guys on other platforms.

Nothing else to add, best of luck

Chuck33079 · 11-12-2020, 10:20 AM

That's what my tuner wants me to run in mine. It's good, easily available and cheap. What's not to like?

Spooler · 11-12-2020, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cv129

Bobistheoilguy forum should contain more objective data on this, if you want to research more.

I’ve heard T6 being used by turbo guys on other platforms.

Nothing else to add, best of luck

Back in the 80's and 90's that was the go to oil for turbo guys. The formula was changed in 2007 and then again in 2014 due to diesel emission standards but it still works well and is a cheap alternative to a fully synthetic oil.

Rusty · 11-12-2020, 02:53 PM

I use this in my motor home.

JARblue · 11-12-2020, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

I use this in my motor home.

What's your best lap time?

Rusty · 11-12-2020, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

What's your best lap time?

About an hour 30. What's nice, I can make a pit stop and not leave it.

11-11-2020, 11:26 PM	#1 (permalink)
Katana29 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Florida Posts: 89 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 5	Shell Rotella T6 5W-40? Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone has had any experience running this oil. I'm currently running Mobil 1 10w40. FI long tube headers that get rid of the cats (I live in Florida- no emissions check). Oil cooler and baffled oil pan with greater capacity (about 6.5qt compared to the standard 5). Only downsides I can find to using diesel oil are potentially poisoning the cats. And I was hoping for a more stable oil that can withstand high temps and possibly burn off less. That being said, with my current set up I rarely get over 180F, and drop about half way on the dip stick about every 2500 miles. Any input is appreciated. Thanks -James

11-12-2020, 09:43 AM	#3 (permalink)
cv129 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,223 Drives: 09 Nismo, 16 Nismo Rep Power: 163995	Bobistheoilguy forum should contain more objective data on this, if you want to research more. I’ve heard T6 being used by turbo guys on other platforms. Nothing else to add, best of luck SouthArk370Z likes this. __________________ Setrab \| RE-71 \| SPL \| JRZ \| Nismo \| ARK \| Whiteline \| RacingBrake \| CJM Oil Pan \| Ti shield

11-12-2020, 10:20 AM	#4 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	That's what my tuner wants me to run in mine. It's good, easily available and cheap. What's not to like? __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

11-12-2020, 02:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 68 Posts: 35,186 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684437	I use this in my motor home. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

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POS VETT Track Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Columbus OH Posts: 612 Drives: Z34\|C4LT4\|C6Z06\|V25 Rep Power: 3366	IMO, the cold/winter weight should be kept the same as factory recommendation especially in an area with warmer climate like FL. I use Mobil1 0w-40 in the Z to account for much colder winters in OH. I bump the second weight because my "fast cars" are usually driven enthusiastically and one is driven in autocross.