What oil to use?

Desertshark43 · 05-07-2018, 01:53 AM

It's literally just rebranded. But hey, it's good enough for a Koenigsegg Regera, then it must be good for M haha

SohoE93 · 05-07-2018, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

You can definitely do that. But purchase it from FCP and you will never pay again. When I say I do it myself what I really mean is that I have my buddy SohoE93 do it. But don't tell him I said that or next time he may make me do it.

Lastly that is the Oil of preference for most M3 owners that is in the attachment. I'm sure you can contact FCP and change it out with LiquiMoly if you wanted to. But I recommend the Turbo oil in the attachment.

It's only a matter of time you before you grow a pair and change your own oil like a man

Mdriv3r · 05-07-2018, 04:19 PM

I ran Castrol TWS 10w-60 and changed to BMW Twin Power Turbo 10w-60 (which is actually Shell Helix Ultra 10w-60).

My rod bearings are in good shape as well and I haven't noticed much oil burning... with the Twin Power. I suggest sticking with the BMW twin power, IMO.

Mdriv3r · 05-07-2018, 04:20 PM

Its also on their hats lol

BOOF-M3 · 05-07-2018, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SohoE93

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Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

You can definitely do that. But purchase it from FCP and you will never pay again. When I say I do it myself what I really mean is that I have my buddy SohoE93 do it. But don't tell him I said that or next time he may make me do it.

Lastly that is the Oil of preference for most M3 owners that is in the attachment. I'm sure you can contact FCP and change it out with LiquiMoly if you wanted to. But I recommend the Turbo oil in the attachment.

It's only a matter of time you before you grow a pair and change your own oil like a man

Rats, I knew someone would rat me out and tell you about this post. Well, I just ordered my new oil kit. My back is out so you might have to do this one and I'll catch you on the next.

Z K · 05-07-2018, 05:17 PM

I was using a mix of Mobil 1 0w40 and Castrol 10w60... but after I did my rod bearings, I am using BMW (Shell) 10w60.

Seems to work fine - a bit pricier than Castrol 10w60 but I only change oil once a year so it's fine. (drive 5K miles a year usually)

SohoE93 · 05-07-2018, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

Rats, I knew someone would rat me out and tell you about this post. Well, I just ordered my new oil kit. My back is out so you might have to do this one and I'll catch you on the next.

Let me know when you want to come by

EJT86 · 05-07-2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SohoE93

Let me know when you want to come by

Enabler!

SohoE93 · 05-08-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by EJT86

Enabler!

Omg lol

It's true lol

pbonsalb · 05-08-2018, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by premo

My rod bearings are in good shape as well

How do you know?

kyrix1st · 05-08-2018, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by pbonsalb

How do you know?

He knows it from the gut.

Mdriv3r · 05-09-2018, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by pbonsalb

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Originally Posted by premo

My rod bearings are in good shape as well

How do you know?

Did the Blackstone report. Funny your posted on the same page that I uploaded my report too.

The bearings are okay as of now, so I just stick with the BMW/Shell helix 10w-60.

Link: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?p=22919975

aus · 05-09-2018, 11:11 PM

OP, the big question is, have you changed out your bearings to something with more clearance? If now, MANY would say use something like Mobil 1 0W40 that MAY help get some oil in the tight bearings.
If you've changed them out to something like BE, then 10W60 is the preferred oil, BUT, there's still some concern over the MAIN bearings. Unfortunately, a handful of main bearings shown here show more wear than would be expected.

I just had BE bearings installed, and not sure what I'm going to run now. The mains are still a concern for me. I may run a mix of Mobil 1 0W40 and 15W50 with a little more 0W40.

I'd be interested in hearing what others have done after BE changes and if they have any concerns about the main bearings?
.

Helmsman · 05-10-2018, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by aus

OP, the big question is, have you changed out your bearings to something with more clearance? If now, MANY would say use something like Mobil 1 0W40 that MAY help get some oil in the tight bearings.
If you've changed them out to something like BE, then 10W60 is the preferred oil, BUT, there's still some concern over the MAIN bearings. Unfortunately, a handful of main bearings shown here show more wear than would be expected.

I just had BE bearings installed, and not sure what I'm going to run now. The mains are still a concern for me. I may run a mix of Mobil 1 0W40 and 15W50 with a little more 0W40.

I'd be interested in hearing what others have done after BE changes and if they have any concerns about the main bearings?
.

With the RBs failing at a single digit percentage and the mains as it seems with a few percentage of that, I'm much less concerned over them if at all. Been on 10W60 so far, plan to stay with that after new extra clearance RBs being put in. Obviously just my personal plan.

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Z K Major General 1984 Rep 5,565 Posts Drives: G20 M340i, S15 Silvia Spec R Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (3)	I was using a mix of Mobil 1 0w40 and Castrol 10w60... but after I did my rod bearings, I am using BMW (Shell) 10w60. Seems to work fine - a bit pricier than Castrol 10w60 but I only change oil once a year so it's fine. (drive 5K miles a year usually) __________________ Auto Detailing Enthusiast!
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aus Major General 1029 Rep 9,093 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	OP, the big question is, have you changed out your bearings to something with more clearance? If now, MANY would say use something like Mobil 1 0W40 that MAY help get some oil in the tight bearings. If you've changed them out to something like BE, then 10W60 is the preferred oil, BUT, there's still some concern over the MAIN bearings. Unfortunately, a handful of main bearings shown here show more wear than would be expected. I just had BE bearings installed, and not sure what I'm going to run now. The mains are still a concern for me. I may run a mix of Mobil 1 0W40 and 15W50 with a little more 0W40. I'd be interested in hearing what others have done after BE changes and if they have any concerns about the main bearings? . __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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