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TD42 + Castrol 25W-60 Ultramax Viscus
Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 1:52 pm
by Mario
I don´t know if it´s available in Australia, but tht´s what I´m using here in Panama. Now a friend says that he changed back from 25W50 to 15W40 semi synth and he´s now getting better fuel economy and the engine responds much faster. What do you think?¡ Is 25W60 too much ?
Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 3:21 pm
by Yom
Have a look in your owners manual and see what viscousity they recommend for your temperature range.
Remember that thicker oils doesn't really equal better protection!
I'll take a pic of my user manual when I get home and post it up. I'm currently using castrol GTX diesel in my TD42 and it seems happy enough on it. Considering trying a 50 weight if i can find it. Otherwise my next oil purchase will be a 20L container of castrol RX super or caltex delo 400
Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 4:05 pm
by chunderlicious
semi synthetc is the way to go. i mix half and half synthetic and natural. i also use 25 50 and always use castrol due to availability... i i had the choice nothing but nulons.
Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 6:48 pm
by Yom
As promised.
Basically, use what is recommended. Your engine isnt designed to run on 25w60!
Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 10:12 pm
by MyGQ
i run RX Super in mine now
Dunno if its the right one but hay its in a 20L drum