Been using Penrite for a long time in all my other cars with no issues, when it came to the patrol the choice was easy.
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Been using Penrite for a long time in all my other cars with no issues, when it came to the patrol the choice was easy.
Been using Penrite for everything for as long as I can remember. Just had a dealer service and I supplied the oil. Engine is smoother and quieter.
Decided on the Penrite HPR 5 semi syn 5-40w for the ZD30, hopefully it works out and looking forward to trying it, also means Penrite throughout the Patrol on all oils now.
Td42 penrite 15 40 full mineral
Can you make 10,000km with 15W40 on a TD42?
I use the same and find it a great oil , I dont use any oil in between changes eitherQuote:
Originally Posted by SG1
ZD30 as well with 220k on the clock
Hi all,
Does anyone know where i cant get Caltex delo 400 oil in Sydney, i cant seem to find anywhere.
I found a place the sells Mobil Delvac MX 15/40 and they say thats it is as good as delo 400.
Im after 20ltrs
Cheers
Phil.
Anything that is ci-4 rated will be fine mate. Both the mobil and delo are the same spec.
Ok so I have an 09 ZD30 crd. After reading this thread I think I should be ok to use Castrol GTX diesel 15W40. Got onto a20L drum for about $70. Conforms to API CH-4/SJ. Also says suitable for turbo engines and not suitable for particulate filters.
Anyone got any reasons I shouldn't? Only a couple of guys on this thread use it.
Cheers
Simon.
I had the same issue with penrite, I'm running castrol GTX now and she seem to like that much better. about $120 for a 20L a supercheap bought one two days ago. Interesting bit of knowledge too, is I have a mate who works in a workshop (mostly trucks) and they do lab tests all the time, most castrol oils always come back clean and surprisingly so does gulf western (I refuse to use this stuff though had a bad run out of it in my other 4by)Quote:
Originally Posted by Plasnart
Yeah i run Castrol Magnatec Diesel in my td. I ran it in the zd so i thought i might keep on with the same oil. Although im temped to use Rx Super, its CI-4 plus rated, next time to see. As i can get this under $100 for 20ltrs...Quote:
Originally Posted by ForgeCreekFerals4x4
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I saw that rx stuff the other day actually and nearly bought some but decided to stick with gtx. Whats the difference?Quote:
Originally Posted by mudski
I've used the RX super in my GQ previously, a mate recommended it to me. They use it in Trucks and heavy machinery he reckons
Technical difference not sure. But there is two rx supers now. RX Diesel and RX Super plus, i think they are called.Quote:
Originally Posted by ForgeCreekFerals4x4
Both CI-4 but the plus is CI-4 plus rated. From memory, RX Diesel is the old Rx Super formula and the Plus is Castrols new formula. So i think i will see how the plus goes next few services. You need to do a few services before you make your mind up as the motor needs to adjust to the new oil. But i did noticed with the magnatec it was quieter during the morning start up...
I worked in the transport industry from 1992 to 2011 and all we sold was Castrol, aswell as OEM oils. The name has changed a billion times over the years. But RX super we sold crap loads of this stuff. Its been around for yonks. Yeah there is plenty of other oils to chose from, you can even go synthetic if you wish, but at a quite marginal cost difference.
I suppose if i sold a different brand i would be biased for that brand...
I know and have used Castrol in every vehicle I've had so i stick with what I know i suppose.
Anyone know who stocks 20l of Delo 400 in Sydney?
I have just read this thread from start to finish and I think that I can say that I am better informed although overwhelmed...
The DELO 400 seems to be an oil of choice, if you are going for a mineral oil and any number of the current synthetics also get an honourable mention.
I have always used less 'processed' oil (like gulf western or valvoline) but included an additive like Moreys oil or Flashlube (the oil additives).
I have always had good results with these (add it to any oil based product like auto trans/power steering fluid, engine, diff or box oils) but have not (yet) used it in a Turbo'd computer controlled oiler. (Let me add that I highly recommend these additives)
Has anyone else used these products, and if so, what experiences have you had?
I tried the delo 400 in my old ZD30. I ran it for 3 services. I found my engine breathed heavier ( catch can had more oil in it) and the motor was noisy on morning start ups. So I went back to the Castrol Magnatec Diesel.Quote:
Originally Posted by Biskit
i found colo heights servo has 20 L drums of delo for just under $100 i pick up a drum when the wife gets her wine....
I'm running Castrol Magnatec Diesel now and thought of giving the Delo 400 a run... But if it aint broke don't fix it!
I have been a big fan of Penrite oils for a long time now, ever since someone convinced me to try it in my old HX Holden, made it quieter & stopped oil consumption completely.
I used HPR Diesel 15 (15-50) in my GU2 which was still running sweet when I sold it with 270000km on it.
The new Patrol has only had dealer service, the sticker 7 the invoice says they used Shell Helix, no other info. so I will use that for the 25000km change then back to the dealer for 30000 service.
My testament to Penrite is that I used the original HPR Diesel in my Hilux from 100000km to 320000km when I sold it and it did not consume oil & ran sweet. Like the HX the guy that bought it said it was the best one he had seen, gave me great bargaining power.
hey GeeYou8 when I get my patrol serviced at Nissan I supply the oil so you don't get the dealers crap cheapo oil, I only use penrite and they deduct $90 off the capped price service cost because I supplied the oil just a thought :thumbup:
Sounds good, I will have to ask the dealer.Quote:
Originally Posted by vfamily
Due for service on time, only done 4000km, so might be just a home oil & filter change.
Graham
My GU, Thelma, has done 560,000 ks. 2 years ago I changed to Penrite 5w-40 and I know the engine just feels right. She is my bread and butter so I do pamper her. Used to use Gulf Western but she likes Penrite. The 5w-40 is more expensive but I can stretch the changes out, that's the reason I changed. Often don't get home inside 8000 ks.
Just seen a mechanic for a service , supplied him with my left over 15w-40, and he almost had a fit . Showed me his book of engine specifications and oil info and shows that 10w-40 is the factory recommendation for the zd30, and that I should NEVER use mineral 15w and only synth 10w. According to him 15w can cause long term damage. But have had my trol for a year now and only been using 15w diesel specific. Can anyone shed some light and provide some input on their experiences with 10w (non diesel specific types, full synthetic )
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Penrite HPD 10W-40 semi-synth
Was doing 5K oil & filter changes. Oil comes out still way too good and clean, pushed back to 7500's, same, now settled on 10K intervals unless doing a big trip then done early.
How long have you been using the penrite? Been looking into it for my next service. How's the price compared to say castrol for example ?Quote:
Originally Posted by LostBenji
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We only ever use CAT DEO 15W/40 in all of our diesels, the last TD42 I stripped after it had done 520000km from new and the bigends and mains were still in amazing condition. I was amazed at how good they looked.
I also send SOS3 Oil samples in to the CAT lab on each oil change to keep an eye on engine wear. They send back a detailed report with Its well worth the extra $30 for piece of mind.
I've run Valvoline Engine Armour Diesel Synthetic 15w50 in myZD30 since Ive had it , it'd done 180,000kms when I got it - now it's done 260,000 . Was changing at 5000kms but oil was still good , done the last 3 services at 7500kms . Got last oil change sampled & was well within guidelines. Just noticed it's done 8500kms since last service ( I've had bigger issues to worry about ) & still hasn't burnt a drop going by the dipstick . Will change it this weekend though . EGR blocked , NADs kitted , catch can , chip etc & gets driven hard . Can't speak highly enough of the Valvoline oil . Usually about $70 for 10 litres but my missus got it at Supercheap last weekend & old mate scanned it through at $45 for 10lts 👍🏼 Bargain
I'd have thought you where buying it in Bulk for the truck mate?Quote:
Originally Posted by Sprock
I do buy bulk engine oil for the truck - Atlantic oil . The specs are right for it to be run in the Patrol but I'm a bit sceptical on changing brands in engines when it runs sweet on the Valvoline & doesn't burn a drop even on extended service intervals ( as it's synthetic) . Same for the truck - the big Cummins doesn't burn a drop of oil between services . It's got a BIG program in it & is tuned up to within an inch of its life & works hard everyday so I'm more than happy with the Atlantic oils performance , That's what my boss has always used in it since it was rebuilt just before I started driving it for him , then when I bought it 12months later I did a deal with him going halves in the 1000lt IPC of the same oil so just stuck with it . Oil is funny shit - Cummins choice of oil was Valvoline Premium blue but lots of new Cummins engines were burning oil - change back to the standard Valvoline & the oil burning problems disappear. Every one has there own theories on oil but while each of my engines don't use any of their respective brands I'll leave it as it is . I Have thought about running the Atlantic oil in the Patrol purely for convenience but it's not that big a drama .