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MrFancypants

Autocross Champion
I’ve been running Pennzoil Platinum 0w-40 for a while now, I switched from Mobil 1 a few oil changes ago. I suspect that the Pennzoil is a touch less viscous (thicker) because my engine uses/loses less oil and feels smoother than it did with Mobil 1.

As has been said, good oil is good oil. I don’t think you can really go wrong with any of the popular name brand options.
 

0-60Motorsports

Since 1998
Thanks fellas, just did the carbon cleaning done for her after 125k kms and the car feels smooth now. Gonna try the shell ultra helix since I already purchased it and will be sticking to 5W40.
 

Wascally Wabbit1

Drag Racing Champion
Having blown a turbo 20 miles after a dealer oil change on my TDI I have to say that on a high mileage car oil weight may actually be something to think about. The mechanic that replaced the turbo said likely they used a lighter weight oil by mistake. The turbo shaft (90K miles) was also likey already worn and the lighter weight oil may have been the final blow. After this experience I tend to stick with the recommended weight.
 
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