Oil
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Pistol
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: New Jersey
Oil
Hi Guys
Just wondering about something.I have an F150 STX with the 4.6 liter engine.Ford says use 5w-20 synth oil which I do.However I am concerned if I have enough protection with this lubricant when the engine is up to normal operating temp?Warm weather is coming soon&just want to be sure.I would feel comfortable with a 5w 30 oil,knowing that the engine would be fine.Any pointers would be appreciated&Thanks...Pete
Just wondering about something.I have an F150 STX with the 4.6 liter engine.Ford says use 5w-20 synth oil which I do.However I am concerned if I have enough protection with this lubricant when the engine is up to normal operating temp?Warm weather is coming soon&just want to be sure.I would feel comfortable with a 5w 30 oil,knowing that the engine would be fine.Any pointers would be appreciated&Thanks...Pete
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Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Henderson, NV.
I use the 5w-20 as recommended. Drive all the time in temps as high as you will probable encounter. I have brutally tortured my little 4.2 v-6, 3000 RPM, 2nd gear pulling my boat up a 14 mile grade with a 2900 foot elevation change with OAT leaving ramp 115 or more. Bottom line, same truck has 182K and goes 5k with no oil useage.
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Pistol
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 301
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From: New Jersey
Hi Bill
How are you?Thanks for your reply.Love the pics of your old truck.I do love the old trucks&they do look more beefier than the new ones that are out there.Keep that baby going strong!Good job!!...Pete
How are you?Thanks for your reply.Love the pics of your old truck.I do love the old trucks&they do look more beefier than the new ones that are out there.Keep that baby going strong!Good job!!...Pete