What kind of oil for an 04 Disco

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Sep 28, 2009 | 12:59 AM

Jimmount

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What kind of oil for an 04 Disco

Should I use fully synthetic oil (5w - 30) in my 2004 Discovery? I live in a very hot, arid climate. If not, why not?

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Sep 28, 2009 | 01:17 AM

sloppyjoe

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Originally Posted by Jimmount

Should I use fully synthetic oil (5w - 30) in my 2004 Discovery? I live in a very hot, arid climate. If not, why not?

Thanks

go with mobile 1 10-40 high mileage. the extra additives will help a engine with some miles on it.

i run that oil in freezing to 100+ temps no problem.

Sep 28, 2009 | 07:54 AM

Disco Mike

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10W/40 or a 20W/50 depending on what you consider hot.

Sep 28, 2009 | 11:32 AM

Spike555

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15w-50 is another good choice.

Sep 28, 2009 | 10:16 PM

bikingteacher

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Spike what do you run in your truck? Do you change up from winter to summer here in MI?

Sep 29, 2009 | 08:21 AM

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15w-50 is another good choice.

I run 15w-50 on St. Croix and the weather year round is always about 85-95F I ran 10w30 or 10w40 when i first brought it down but I have noticed it runs a lot smoother, quieter, and I have higher oil pressure with 15w50. I am very happy with that weight.

I run Mobil 1