Anyone have any opinions on this brand of oil? I read about it being used in the new M3s...but haven't seen much discussion on it here? Also, I live in Hawaii where summer temps are the norm.

Thanks!

 

stick with what works with a rotary

normal valvoline 20W50, cheap and does the job. just keep it changed

 

LOL...and someone would argue that 10W30 does the job just as well, I'd imagine.

 

in Hawaii I would go with a 20w50 since you have high temps all year. I think a thicker oil will lube the turbos better in the heat. I would use synthetic but that can be debated all day around here. its up to you.

Jeff

 

Unless your car is a track *****, its a waste of money to buy those types of oil. Just get a good name brand conventional oil and change it religiously, it will be fine.

 

I saw an add for this oil awhile back and I've been wondering about it too. Haven't heard anything on it. I would like to see how this compares to other oils.

 

Well, the thing is...I have an entire box of it...lol...so I was just wondering if anyone had used it on a regular basis, and whether it was worth it.

I know it's designed for high HP/high heat situations like racing, but the summer temps here might justify it...

I'll probably stick with 20w50...but I'm going to have to figure out what to do with this stuff...hah!

 

Theres a difference between city driving in the summer and beating your car to a pulp on a track.

One is you dont need the expensive oil for one of those duties.

Just stick with reg 20w-50 if it does get that hot by your area and be fine.

But since you already have it, use it.

 

Here we go again with another oil post GTX 20-50 i use that brand because i like the commercials and john force and his piston powered funny car that win alot.

 

In my opinion, 60 weight is too thick for street driving. 20w50 should suit your needs year round, and I'd recommend looking into Amsoil/Royal Purple/Idemitsu.

 

Yeah, thanks guys. I'm well aware of ALL Of the oil discussion, but there's hardly been any discussion on 10w60...so relax.

I'm also aware of the differences between racing on a track and the streets...since I practically lived at one for three years. Thanks everybody!

 

agreed, if you change yer oil every 2000-2500 miles your already doing more than wats required, why waste money?

 

 

I usually use 20w50 here in south Texas. But I was at the local Wal Mart the other day and came across Mobil 1 synthetic 15w50 for $19.97 for the 5 quart container. Thats hella inexpensive for Mobil 1 sythethic!

 

I agree stick with what u have if its running fine then dont change a thing

 

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https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...=supertech+oil
and i would just stick with well trusted name brands and and pick a weight that suits your driving conditions.

 

you should really use the thinnest possible before you burn it, or make noise. 10w-30 for me. 50 weight is for wide clearances and if you don't have wide clearances it will make them since your engine is waiting for that cold 50 weight to start pumping through.

 

Long driving in hot weather will turn 10w-30 into water.

Thats also not good.

 

Chris and Ari over at rx7.com (whose opinion I value immensely) have told me many times that in warmer weather, you definitely want to run 20w50 in your typical hard-driven FD. Anything thinner can lead to premature bearing wear.

 

Thanks for the advice everyone! I'll stick to 20w50...having a crate of the stuff just made me curious.

 

I guess we should call up Idemitsu and tell them to stop making 10w-30 rotary oil. We still are talking about daily drivers right? Because in racing conditions I understand the need for 50 weight.

 

To the OP: http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums...s.php?ubb=cfrm

search around in there for oil reviews

Supertech is re-badged brand name oil. That said, it isn't that much cheaper than the proven GTX, which is what I use.

The supertech filters are made by champion filters and are high quality. This is the SAME company that makes TRUST, K&N, MOBIL 1, STP, and VALVOLINE filters.

Best deal you could veer hope to find for a filter @ $3. I use the supertech 3593A since it is large and fits well.

Al that aside, i'm 100X more concerned with the condition and age of my coolant on a rotary with coolant o-rings in the irons.

 

The 10w30 is for colder temps

 

Good luck trying to start your car with 50 weight in say 40 or below weather lol