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Scramble
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Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« on: Feb 17th, 2010, 8:19pm » |
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I was wondering what oil is best to get for my 2.9l 24v V6 Scorpio engine? The manual says 10W-30 oil is preferred. But this seems to be pretty hard to get. It also says use 10W-40 otherwise.
Anyone have any advice about the best sort of oil to use, type, brand, place to get it from, etc.
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Tenfut
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #1 on: Feb 17th, 2010, 10:11pm » |
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I've got Mobil 5w/30 Super FE semi synthetic in mine.
On offer at Halfords at the moment. 20% off 5 litres
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #2 on: Feb 17th, 2010, 10:41pm » |
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Is that the 2.9l V6 24v engine, Tenfut? I forgot to mention that this is supposed to take a different grade of oil than the normal engine (according to the manual anyway).
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Matt
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #3 on: Feb 17th, 2010, 10:45pm » |
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ive always used mobil 0w/40 fully synth in my 24v, its expensive though 
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #4 on: Feb 18th, 2010, 7:57am » |
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on Feb 17th, 2010, 10:41pm, Scramble wrote:| Is that the 2.9l V6 24v engine, Tenfut? I forgot to mention that this is supposed to take a different grade of oil than the normal engine (according to the manual anyway). |
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According to http://www.fordscorpio.co.uk/engdata24v.htm, virtually anything is possible. Fords "own" Formula E 5W-30 is a good grade, fully synthetic and an economical alternative. It's just a few quid more than the bulk 10W40, but has much better properties. Plus it comes in 5 liter bottles, you will need 4.5 with the 24V if you let it all out with time.
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #5 on: Feb 18th, 2010, 8:12am » |
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Yes, 24v
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #6 on: Feb 19th, 2010, 10:21pm » |
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If you go to Castrol website and input your car reg it recommends Edge 0W-30.
Product Features
# Lasts longer – stays in viscosity grade
# Performs under extreme conditions
# Free flowing from the moment you start the engine
# Releases power
# Improves fuel economy
# Protects against wear
Product Benefits
# Improves engine performance even through extended service intervals
# Easier to start in all weather
# Protects from the moment you start the engine
# Improves acceleration
# Reduces fuel consumption leading to lower running costs
# Reduces engine wear – peace of mind against breakdown
Technical Specifications
ACEA A3/B3/B4
API CF
Meets the engine test requirements of API SM
MB-Approval 229.3/ 229.5
GM-LL-A-025, GM-LL-B-025
VW 502 00/503 01/505 00
BMW LL01
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Re: Best oil for 2.9l 24v V6 engine?
« Reply #7 on: Feb 21st, 2010, 2:42pm » |
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Castrol Magnatec 5W/30 everytime.
My FMD use it (used to be called 'A1' in the trade I believe) - Ford changed the spec (10w/40) shortly after issuing the owners guides 
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