Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) 1st oil change in new to me CTD

[JWhedbee]

New to TDR. Just purchased a '01 quad cab that was from an auto auction. It was a lease return, in excellent condt. with 60k miles. I have no history of what oil was used in the truck. Dealer must of changed it before sale as it's clean w/new filter. My question is what oil to use, I'm leaning toward Delo 400. Also what weight oil? That truck is all stock w/at and will tow 2000 lb. boat. Thanks in advance. Jeff

 

[ROADWARRIOR]

Delo is fine.

15w-40



Dan

 

[mediccummin]

Oh No not another OIL war. Just kidding. Amsoil 15-40 synthetic diesel.



And welcome to the TDR. Hope you got your wallet ready for the ride. Tons of info and allot of great people here.

 

[BTowler]

Welcome to the "club"! Lotta really good people here! My opinion? Definitely synthetic! Royal Purple, Red Line, & Amsoil are all true synthetics, meaning polyolesther based, most of the rest that claim to be 100% synthetic have a petroleum based carrier. They are still good, just a matter of price and preference. As far as Dino oil, stick to known brands like Chevron Dello, Mobil Delvac, Shell Rotella (as long as your nose isn't too sensitive , https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=102133 ), Castrol RX, etc. , etc. , just make sure whatever you run, you get 15w40, unless you plan on some really cold climate operating, then 5w40. Hows that for avoiding an oil war, guys?

 

[Ol'TrailDog]

BTowler, spoken like a true diplomat.