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What's the best oil or oil additive?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by tcBob, Jan 2, 2023.

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  1. Jan 3, 2023 at 2:42 PM
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    i like pennzoil platinum for budget oil and Amsoil for something high-end
     
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  2. Jan 3, 2023 at 2:45 PM
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    For oil changes I use whatever brand name synthetic 0W20 is on sale.....

    For additives I use ‘Lucas Oil’ products. Been using their synthetic and HD oil stabilizers in engines, T-cases, diffs, etc for almost 20yrs and I’m really happy with them....
     
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  3. Jan 3, 2023 at 2:46 PM
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    No, but it is universal! :D
     
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  4. Jan 3, 2023 at 2:49 PM
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  5. Jan 3, 2023 at 3:22 PM
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    Weight of oil?
    We use Mobil 1 Full Synthetic on my wife's car..plan on using It on my truck..thinking of using 5w20!
     
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  6. Jan 3, 2023 at 3:25 PM
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    What weight?
     
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  7. Jan 3, 2023 at 3:43 PM
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    Stick to oil spec on any brand, and for no reason put additive to engine oil.
     
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  8. Jan 3, 2023 at 4:11 PM
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    This might be the best option out there.
     
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  9. Jan 3, 2023 at 7:36 PM
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    None to speak of, just enjoying it for the moment.
    But "Bob the Oil Guy" loves Amsoil and Pennzoil Ultra Platinum as well so seems like they're both excellent choices no matter who tests it.
     
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  10. Jan 3, 2023 at 7:42 PM
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    I’m still amazed that there are as many Tacomas still running with all the “wrong” oil that’s being run in them:eek:
     
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    Been running the 5w30 mobil 1 in my truck for a few weeks now. Its been fairly cold on some days, but i haven't noticed any difference than when it had the dealers 0w20 in it.
     
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  12. Jan 4, 2023 at 5:32 AM
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    Why are you running 5w-30?
     
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  14. Jan 4, 2023 at 6:55 AM
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    Valvoline EP 5w30 + OEM Filter, no additive needed.
     
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  15. Jan 4, 2023 at 7:06 AM
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    I've been using that Mobil 1 that Costco has been carrying. I buy a 6 pack box of it every time it goes on sale. I think its still under 40 bucks when on sale.
     
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  16. Jan 4, 2023 at 9:37 AM
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    My wife's early 2000's Chevy Venture (3.4L 60* V6) was at 249K when we traded it in. She has a long commute and I changed the oil every 7-10,000 miles to the with Walmart Supertech Synthetic. Engine was quiet and ran like a top when we traded it in. I'm about due for my first oil change on my 2022 (5,000 miles) and while I wouldn't worry using the Walmart stuff I'll probably either go with that Chevron 6qt mentioned above or a 6 pack of Mobil1 from Costco. Toyota or Wix filter for me though.
     
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    For what it's worth Walmart has 12 quart "bags" of Mobil 1 0W20 for $60. Think I'm going to pick a couple at that price.
     
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    That's the one I used last August/2022 to do my first oil change (in between ToyotaCare Maintenance).

    It wasn't available in-store so I ordered it online. Least expensive and the one Chloe Kuo recommends (yeah, I follow her on YouTube).
     
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  19. Jan 4, 2023 at 2:06 PM
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    when i had my volvo and my sonata i used whatever i could find cheap on the auto part store. with OEM filters. i used to work at a parts store so every once in awhile they will drop a brand and that oil would be lowered to 1-5 bucks a 5qt jug sometimes it was 5cents. i used a lot of Quaker state synthetic and house brand
     
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  20. Jan 4, 2023 at 2:21 PM
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Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-20, 5 Quart
$24.97
Valvoline Extended Protection Full Synthetic Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 5 Quart
$26.97
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