OIL

[David Brown]

I am new to the Register so please be kind.
I just purchased my second Ram Diesel and concluded a 140,000 mile experiment using Castrol GTX 20W-50. I know it is not Diesel engine rated and have heard all kinds of horror stories about the ill effects not using the proper lubricants can cause. My first Ram was a '94 and was purchased new and delivered 20 to 25 mpg and consumed no oil between changes 4000 mi intervals. I would like to continue using the same oil, but all I have read is making me afraid to do so. Let the replys begin.

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[Bob Riley]

Diesel oils are designed with extra detergency for soot control and TBN high enough to combat acid, which is a problem with heavy duty diesel engines. Do not use an oil that is not rated for your truck. It is real important.
Bob

 

[RobbyRam]

We use Dello 400 in all 15 of our diesel engines(3 generators and 12 trucks). There may be better, but we have had no problems.

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