Best engine oil??

[delsoljon86]

Hey guys I know there's so much out there related to this stuff but have searched and read so much I just need to make a decision. Am going with oem oil filter and oem spark plugs but with regards to oil have read many many variables.

5w-40 fully synthetic was my original plan but it has been mentioned by a number of people that 0w-30 is better for our colder weather here in the uk??

Thoughts


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[spooke]

5w-40 is the OEM choice, TGM and a few guys on here are actually running 10w-60. I use Motul Sport Ester 5w-40 in mine.

 

[SamDC5]

I've been using Millers Nano Drive 5w-40 I don't think brand really matters as long as it's 5w-40 fully synthetic?

I would always stick to OEM specs on oil as Honda are the largest engine manufacture in the world so I'd trust their judgment on oil specification.

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[Crazylegs]

I found Shell Helix to make the engine on mine noisy but others swear by it and Shell have been around a long time.

I've also had Millers Nanodrive and it hardly used a drop but the best my K20 felt was with Titan Pro-S, slightly cheaper than the Millers too.

5w-40 as above.

 

[delsoljon86]

Massively appreciated guys


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[ijlh]

Had 5w-40 in all my k20's for the last two and a half years, and have never needed to top it up once. All have been daily drivers throughout the entire year.


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[nails]

shell helix ultra 5w-40 goes in mine

 

[Torque GT]

Brand is a matter of opinion in reality. As long as it's 5w30 or 5w40 fully synth and is of a good quality (Fuchs, Millers, Shell, etc) then you'll be fine.

We keep a few types of Millers 5w40 fully synthetic in stock, along with HAMP filters.

 

[MilanoChris]

I like to stick to OEM brand suppliers, such as Castrol, Petronas, Gulf etc. You know, the companies that supply the likes of BMW, Bugatti, Honda etc.

 

[carl hammond]

What is it that Honda recommend ?

 

[MilanoChris]

What is it that Honda recommend ?

Not sure for the DC5, but I believe that the EP3 was 5w-30 Shell fully synthetic. Bearing in mind this was 2001 and oil technology has come on a long way.

 

[masterjedijay]

As one of the high milers (coming up to 200k) and do over 20k a year I have been using Millers Nano 5w-40 for years and I think its the best. Engine is super quiet and still on original timing chain.

 

[MilanoChris]

As one of the high milers (coming up to 200k) and do over 20k a year I have been using Millers Nano 5w-40 for years and I think its the best. Engine is super quiet and still on original timing chain.

Best according to what? Longevity of your engine or have you ever had the oil analysed?

 

[SamDC5]

Again to reiterate, brand isn't important however grade is. Just stick to a well known brand Shell, Millers etc etc.

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[kyle'87]

Hey guys I know there's so much out there related to this stuff but have searched and read so much I just need to make a decision. Am going with oem oil filter and oem spark plugs but with regards to oil have read many many variables.

5w-40 fully synthetic was my original plan but it has been mentioned by a number of people that 0w-30 is better for our colder weather here in the uk??

Thoughts


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Watch the video in this thread, it will explain a lot about the oils we put in the car. Once you understand the concepts, you can make a conscious decision, as you see everyone uses different brands.

Personally, I've always used Fuchs 10W-40.

 

[delsoljon86]

My monthly mileage is around 250 miles. I commute 1.7 miles to work each day and around 4 miles home. I won't be using it for track.is this something to bare in mind as well or is that not really a problem. I always warm the car up before use and take it for long drives on the weekend.


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[kyle'87]

My monthly mileage is around 250 miles. I commute 1.7 miles to work each day and around 4 miles home. I won't be using it for track.is this something to bare in mind as well or is that not really a problem. I always warm the car up before use and take it for long drives on the weekend.


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You pretty much mirror my own driving. I have no problems with the Fuchs fully synth stuff, I check my oil levels monthly and only ever have to top it up on the odd occasion.

 

[delsoljon86]

Cheers bro helped a lot


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[MilanoChris]

My monthly mileage is around 250 miles. I commute 1.7 miles to work each day and around 4 miles home. I won't be using it for track.is this something to bare in mind as well or is that not really a problem. I always warm the car up before use and take it for long drives on the weekend.


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Get yourself a pushbike. I work 4.2 miles from home and I'm faster on a bike than I am in a car.

 

[delsoljon86]

Am contemplating that mate or a cheap run about


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