on the topic of oil ??

Originally Posted by TheSnakeJake both 5w30 oil and 10w30 oil will be a 30 weight viscosity when at high operating temperature. the first number in the designation is the cold

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07-17-2010, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSnakeJake

both 5w30 oil and 10w30 oil will be a 30 weight viscosity when at high operating temperature. the first number in the designation is the cold temperature viscosity rating...

therefore a 5w30 oil is better for colder climates because it has less viscosity (flows easier) at cold temperatures.

You are correct! The 5 represents viscosity properties of the oil :-). Forgive me, I have been in the hospital for two days, without sleep, with my newborn.

Thanks for the correction!

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