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Old Oct 16, 2022 | 10:15 AM
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Ive been using 10w-30 since day 1, was on rockauto looking at oil prices. I know Ford had a TSB to use 5w-20. Any reason to use 5w-20?
Old Oct 17, 2022 | 09:21 AM
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I've run both in mine and never had any oil issues, maybe they found the thinner oil just lubes a bit better
Old Oct 26, 2022 | 04:24 PM
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I changed to 10 w 30 last week and haven't had any issues. I was tempted to use 10w40, but I will wait and see how the 10 w 30 does long-term.
Old Oct 28, 2022 | 03:20 PM
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Unless you live in AZ or other hot climate states, 10W40 is overkill. 10W30 is best for states that have 4 seasons. But be aware if you drive your car during winter where it snows, you'll want 5W30 in it during those cold months.
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