what engine oil to use for your benz? - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

throne7 · #16 01-21-2007, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Ferdman

throne7, I recommend using a 15W40 mineral oil or Mobil 1 15W50 in that engine. 15W40 was the factory-fill for that engine, and the leakage may decrease with a higher viscosity oil. Instead of continually adding oil why not fix the leaks?

I know, its just a priority issue right now. There are quite a few things to be fixed in this car, so I will just decided which one is more pressing and has to be dealt with first. I don't mind to top the oil up as needed. Right now I am aware that there is a transmission leak from teh seal in the torque converter area (mechanic says torq converter has to be lowered from the car to fix this problem) so its probably not gonna be cheap. What else, the heater blower fan is acting up, everytime I switch it from high to low I hear this loud screetching sound. What else the steering fluid needs to be replaced because it has ATF fluid in there instead of steering fluid, courtesy of the previous owner. The differential is loud, so it makes a nice whinning noise when you drive down the street. I already sanked in $5000 & change since I bought this car, I guess I will keep it and see how it goes. It is a beautiful car in my opinion.

ProV1 · #17 01-21-2007, 05:03 PM

i use 10W-40 dino oil, rated SJ or SM minimum, and change every 3000 miles on my 97 E420

arvy · #18 01-21-2007, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by throne7

What are teh approved engine oil to put in the benzes? I need to get a few jugs as spare in the trunk to top up on long trips, cause my engine is leaking oil. Anyway, I am currently using Castrol 5W30 to top up . This should be ok for the M103 engine right? How about Quaker state? Are they alright too?

The MB dealers in my area sell Quaker State (non-synthetic) over the counter. For synthetics, they stock Mobil 1 (0W40). Refer to your owner's manual for the correct viscosity based on the temperatures in your geographic area. I am currently using Mobil 1 5W50 in my M103.

Larry Delor · #19 01-21-2007, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by truckinik

I don't get it,
I had better writing,and punctuation skills,as a kid,than I do now.
Now,I'm frequently accused of over punctuating,and spelling errors.
The spelling errors are not how I write though,and I almost always spell correctly.I'm still new to computers,and keyboards alike.I very often will hit a button for a letter,but it won't register for some reason.Since,I type slow,you need to read my posts slow(lol)I still need to look at the keyboard also.The "N" key on my keyboard took a walk a long time ago,when something fell on it,and broke the white plastic retainer for it.I've yet to get a new one.I just bought the lap-top over Thanksgiving,and it's still under warranty.I just need to go to Comp-USA with it,and get it fixed,but really bussy lately,and haven't had time.
You fellas read my stuff all the time.What do you think of my spelling,and punctuation?Honestly..
I try to use good grammar,and proper english,the way I talk normally.I think I'm pretty fair in that department.

That whole thing would read a lot easier if you could remember the following:
1 push of the space bar, after a comma
2 pushes of the space bar, after a period.

For example:
I try to use good grammar, and proper english, the way I talk normally. I think I'm pretty fair in that department.

In keeping inline with the topic... My vote is for 15/40 also, unless you think your climate can handle 20/50.

truckinik · #20 01-21-2007, 08:41 PM

You hit the nail right between the eyes with that one cool.

truckinik · #21 01-21-2007, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Larry Delor

That whole thing would read a lot easier if you could remember the following:
1 push of the space bar, after a comma
2 pushes of the space bar, after a period.

For example:
I try to use good grammar, and proper english, the way I talk normally. I think I'm pretty fair in that department.

In keeping inline with the topic... My vote is for 15/40 also, unless you think your climate can handle 20/50.

Ok , Thanks Larry , I hadn't realized my words were so bunched up , until you pointed it out . 15/40 Rotella-T , is my number one choice also .

Larry Delor · #22 01-22-2007, 10:41 PM

One seemingly minor detail....

Put the comma right after the last letter, not evenly spaced inbetween

Like I did in the sentence above, not like this: "....last letter , not evenly..."

A vast improvement will now be even better!

EricSilver · #23 01-24-2007, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by cool

best oil for any car is to use mineral base oil and periodic changes of oil and filter is the best. Nothing beats that (even sythetic oil can't give you absolute protection, its all marketing hype).

Would you please expand on this?

trueog · #24 01-25-2007, 12:06 AM

I use Castrol 15W40 in my car and never had any probs. I was told by the dealer to use this oil type for all pre-2000 mercedes.....the brand is ur choice...

truckinik · #25 01-25-2007, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Larry Delor

One seemingly minor detail....

Put the comma right after the last letter, not evenly spaced inbetween

Like I did in the sentence above, not like this: "....last letter , not evenly..."

A vast improvement will now be even better!

Ok, thanks Larry, I guess I need to brush up on my lit. skills a little bit.You do understand I'm pretty new to typing, too. It's taking me like three minutes to write this, and the longer I make it, the longer the time it takes. I'm not particularly crazy with the flatness of this keyboard either.My home p.c. has that banana shaped one with the bulge in the middle, and a lot easier to type on. I think too much on this will give me carperhal tunnel, or however it's spelled.

Thanks again Larry.

trueog · #26 01-25-2007, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by truckinik

Ok, thanks Larry, I guess I need to brush up on my lit. skills a little bit.You do understand I'm pretty new to typing, too. It's taking me like three minutes to write this, and the longer I make it, the longer the time it takes. I'm not particularly crazy with the flatness of this keyboard either.My home p.c. has that banana shaped one with the bulge in the middle, and a lot easier to type on. I think too much on this will give me carperhal tunnel, or however it's spelled.

Thanks again Larry.

Forget racing cars!
It took me two seconds to write this..beat that!...lol

truckinik · #27 01-25-2007, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by trueog

Forget racing cars!
It took me two seconds to write this..beat that!...lol

LOL,ONE SECOND!!

ProV1 · #28 01-25-2007, 09:15 AM

wouldnt 15W40 oil be too thick for MI winters???

E150GT · #29 01-25-2007, 12:42 PM

mobil delvac 15w40 changed at 3000 miles on the mark. And hot too.

300B · #30 01-25-2007, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by trueog

I use Castrol 15W40 in my car and never had any probs. I was told by the dealer to use this oil type for all pre-2000 mercedes.....the brand is ur choice...

Isn't that a bit thick for a Canadian winter?