Redline Oil, still happy with it?

j.arnaldo

After reading dozens of posts on that issue, I've noticed that opinions vary from individual to individual. I, personally, have been using Mobil 1 for the last 8 or 9 years, and have no complaints about it. There are people who swear by Amsoil, others by Redline or Mobil 1. What I analyze is that the manufacture of motor oil from crude has improved so much that the differences from one brand to another are marginal at best. So I go by price and, up until recently, I was able to buy at a military installation (Ft. Buchanan), so when I saw that my card was about to expire, I went ahead I purchased
12 cases of 5W30 Mobil 1 at $4.95/quart! No problemo.

zZSportZz

Well in this case there actually is a difference. Apparently (according to the manual), the 370 is recommended to have an ester-based oil. I don't think 5W30 Mobil is ester-based (I could be wrong)..which is the reason many people choose Redline (which is ester-based). There have been some reports of some people having issues using non-ester based oil. There is a difference between the two types - more than just difference in brand.

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Blown32

I have to agree with you about your statement about Mobil 1.In my opinion it is as good as any other oil on the market if not better.
As far as Nissan recommending?Note it says "recommend" not "must" use so the warranty on the engine with Mobil 1 is no less then when using there ester oil?
Nissan as many other manufactures push there products and claim they are the best so what ever makes you happy.This back and forth about oil could go on till the end of time.Any good quality oil should be just fine.