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Oil change, what’s the best oil brand for california

Old Jun 16, 2026 | 08:52 PM
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Oil change, what’s the best oil brand for california

Hello I own an 86 rx7 fc and plan on doing an oil change. I understand the rotary engine and premixed for as long as I’ve own it. But I wanted to know what are some good brands to use for an oil change? Any advice helps thanks.
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Old Jun 16, 2026 | 11:16 PM
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Why does being in california matter?
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Old Jun 17, 2026 | 12:25 PM
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Literally any modern motor oil thats the correct weight will be just fine as long as you change it normally.
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Old Jun 17, 2026 | 02:47 PM
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The Mazda FSM recommends petroleum based motor oil. I usually use either Castrol GTX 20W-50 or Valvoline 20W-50 year around.


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Old Jun 17, 2026 | 06:35 PM
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I run Valvoline VR1 20W-50 on both my cars year round in CA. Temps never drop below 40 over here.
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Old Jun 18, 2026 | 05:23 PM
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20-50 in the summer and 10-30 in the winter if you live in the mountains.
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