Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Oil for my '96 12-valve engine

[LittleSmoker]

I am on a long trip in my '96 Dodge with a Cummins 12-valve engine. I will need to have my oil changed while I am away from home. I usually use Valvoline Premium Blue, but have not been able to find it while I'm on the road. Is there another comparable oil that I can use? I have heard that Walmart has an oil that would be good, but I can't remember which one it is. I have brought my own Fleet Guard oil filters with me in anticipation of having my oil changed, but I need to know what oil would be a good substitute for the Premium Blue. I am pulling my 12,000 trailer from coast to coast and want to make sure I am using good oil in the truck.

 

[GaryOwen]

Here's a link to Valvoline Oil Change centers. They should be available about anywhere and should have Premium Blue oil.



Valvoline Instant Oil Change » Home



Cummins dealers should have the Premium Blue also.



If you go with another oil, I use Shell Rotella 15w40 with no problems and could recommend it. It is available at WalMart and any truck stop. Mobil Delvac and Chevron Delo are probably fine too, but I have no experience with them.



Have a safe trip and enjoy.

 

[DieselDoghouse]

I have used mobil delovac, shell rotella, and Walmart's 'supertech' house brand oil (reportedly made by valvoline??). Not saying oil is oil but I focus alot more on filters: never off-brand, always Mopar (usu at walmart too!), Fleetgard.

 

[LittleSmoker]

Thanks, guys, I appreciate the input. You've been very helpful.



Don

 

[Skydiver]

My 96 gets Rotella synthetic changed every 10,000 miles. Filter changed at 5,000 miles. Oil report says Rotella still good.

 

[champspa]

15-40 rotella and fleetgaurd micro every 5k is what I do . don't know if it makes any difference but that's it .

 

[Missouri Mule]

Advance Autoparts carries Premium Blue. Find one and stock up.