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I used 5w20 Pennzoil platinum for my first oil change on my370z. Should I have used 5w30? I live in Sunny Austin TX. Dave

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Old 06-03-2011, 02:37 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I used 5w20 Pennzoil platinum for my first oil change on my370z. Should I have used 5w30? I live in Sunny Austin TX.


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Old 06-03-2011, 02:41 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Use what's recommended, 5-30w synthetic
There are many threads on this subject in the engine/exhaust section. Take a moment to read what most are using.
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Use what's recommended, 5-30w synthetic
There are many threads on this subject in the engine/exhaust section. Take a moment to read what most are using.
Besides, 5W30 is a better oil than the Government mandated 5W20.

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i use H20.

why bother using oil when it gets hot anyways. just use water. water is colder and refreshing.
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H20 makes sense. It is cold and refreshing.
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