What does everyone use for engine oil?

medler · 05-25-2008, 01:01 PM

I was on another web site and they were talking about oil..The quad i had before the Grizz was a 5 speed tranny not a automatic.So in the one i have now i just use 10-30 but some people say to use only Yamalube? Is there that much difference?I was going to start to use synthetic on the next oil change,any thoughts???

Murminator · 05-25-2008, 02:05 PM

I use 10-30 WITHOUT an antisludge or cleaners in it the manual says it is bad for the engine

sumx54 · 05-25-2008, 02:42 PM

amsoil 0-40 here.

Sweigh · 05-26-2008, 12:31 AM

Originally Posted by sumx54

amsoil 0-40 here.

Amsoil.... Until death do us part.

BigRed800 · 06-03-2008, 05:13 PM

I use any thing thats synthetic

redrum · 06-03-2008, 05:26 PM

Originally Posted by BigRed800

I use any thing thats synthetic

I agree with BigRed.... I use synthetic in everything I own.

Garryese · 06-03-2008, 06:38 PM

10-30 in the Grizz is not enough during the summer. 15-40 or 20-40 for the summer.

Amsoil or Mobil 0-40 synthetic for my larger toys. Caster oil for the miniture toys. And oil as recommended by the manufacturer for the vehicles.

medler · 06-03-2008, 07:47 PM

Originally Posted by Garryese

10-30 in the Grizz is not enough during the summer. 15-40 or 20-40 for the summer.

Amsoil or Mobil 0-40 synthetic for my larger toys. Caster oil for the miniture toys. And oil as recommended by the manufacturer for the vehicles.

That is what the owners manual said (10-30)Up to 35 degrees celcius ........ .Before the outwest thing comes i will put something heavier in it i think.,,,,,,,,You are going aren't you?

Garryese · 06-03-2008, 08:23 PM

Originally Posted by medler

That is what the owners manual said (10-30)Up to 35 degrees celcius ........ .Before the outwest thing comes i will put something heavier in it i think.,,,,,,,,You are going aren't you?

I will be at Outwest.

Top end will last forever using the heavier oil above 5 degrees C. Cylinder will be completely glazed at 1000km using 10-30 during the summer. Cam wear also increases significantly after 3000km. 10-30 will not prematurely kill the engine but the heavier oils will ensure the rest of the machine is wore out long before the engine is tired.

Warning: 20-40 is a PITA to drain during oil changes.

plumbum · 06-03-2008, 09:16 PM

amsoil 0-40. synthetic is the way to go. even with a completely plugged rad i dont overheat.

extrmsled · 06-06-2008, 10:27 AM

15-40 in summer

rusty · 06-06-2008, 12:03 PM

I've kept using the cat oil in my bike. It is off warranty now so i'm gonna change to amsoil if i can't find a esso synthetic oil.

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medler Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Airdrie ,Alberta Posts: 205 Casino Cash: $218962 Thanks: 26 Thanked 44 Times in 37 Posts	What does everyone use for engine oil? I was on another web site and they were talking about oil..The quad i had before the Grizz was a 5 speed tranny not a automatic.So in the one i have now i just use 10-30 but some people say to use only Yamalube? Is there that much difference?I was going to start to use synthetic on the next oil change,any thoughts??? __________________ 2007 ,700 Camo Grizzly 26'' mudlites ,Full alluminum skid plates ,Yamaha brush Guards. 2008 Chevy 2500 H.D.Crew Cab 4x4.2006 Dutchmen 24'Travel Trailer

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Garryese Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Edson, Alberta Posts: 350 Casino Cash: $277155 Thanks: 40 Thanked 107 Times in 74 Posts	Re: What does everyone use for engine oil? 10-30 in the Grizz is not enough during the summer. 15-40 or 20-40 for the summer. Amsoil or Mobil 0-40 synthetic for my larger toys. Caster oil for the miniture toys. And oil as recommended by the manufacturer for the vehicles. __________________ Garry Past President Edson ATV Club Aging is inevitable... growing up is optional 07 Scrambler: Aaen Stage III, Trail Tech Vapor, Bear Claws, Clutch tuning. NOS to come 07 Scrambler: Bear claws, Trail Tech Endurance, Clutch tuning. 98 Sportsman: 20,000 miles when the speedo quit in '05 08 F350 SD CC LWB 6.4l

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medler Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Airdrie ,Alberta Posts: 205 Casino Cash: $218962 Thanks: 26 Thanked 44 Times in 37 Posts	Re: What does everyone use for engine oil? Originally Posted by Garryese 10-30 in the Grizz is not enough during the summer. 15-40 or 20-40 for the summer. Amsoil or Mobil 0-40 synthetic for my larger toys. Caster oil for the miniture toys. And oil as recommended by the manufacturer for the vehicles. That is what the owners manual said (10-30)Up to 35 degrees celcius ........ .Before the outwest thing comes i will put something heavier in it i think.,,,,,,,,You are going aren't you? __________________ 2007 ,700 Camo Grizzly 26'' mudlites ,Full alluminum skid plates ,Yamaha brush Guards. 2008 Chevy 2500 H.D.Crew Cab 4x4.2006 Dutchmen 24'Travel Trailer

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Garryese Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Edson, Alberta Posts: 350 Casino Cash: $277155 Thanks: 40 Thanked 107 Times in 74 Posts	Re: What does everyone use for engine oil? Originally Posted by medler That is what the owners manual said (10-30)Up to 35 degrees celcius ........ .Before the outwest thing comes i will put something heavier in it i think.,,,,,,,,You are going aren't you? I will be at Outwest. Top end will last forever using the heavier oil above 5 degrees C. Cylinder will be completely glazed at 1000km using 10-30 during the summer. Cam wear also increases significantly after 3000km. 10-30 will not prematurely kill the engine but the heavier oils will ensure the rest of the machine is wore out long before the engine is tired. Warning: 20-40 is a PITA to drain during oil changes. __________________ Garry Past President Edson ATV Club Aging is inevitable... growing up is optional 07 Scrambler: Aaen Stage III, Trail Tech Vapor, Bear Claws, Clutch tuning. NOS to come 07 Scrambler: Bear claws, Trail Tech Endurance, Clutch tuning. 98 Sportsman: 20,000 miles when the speedo quit in '05 08 F350 SD CC LWB 6.4l

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