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06-21-2011, 10:41 AM

fyrepower

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5W-40 oil

Any one know of a low cost source for 5W-40 synthetic oil?

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06-21-2011, 10:53 AM

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Re: 5W-40 oil

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Any one know of a low cost source for 5W-40 synthetic oil?

Wal-Mart is most likely source on a regular basis. O'Reilly's when it's on sale. And you can get the 0W-40 European Formula at both locations also, which is the preferred oil per M-B. I'm referring to Mobil 1 products.

I've also found Castrol Syntec 5W-40 at Advance Auto on sale occasionally. This brand is recommended by VW for my 06 New Beetle and is specifically listed as a suitable oil for the 229.3 M-B spec.

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06-21-2011, 11:39 AM

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Re: 5W-40 oil

I spend $60 for 8 quarts of AMSOIL 5w40 from my neighbor who is a dealer. If you can find 4 or 5 qt jugs of Mobil 1 0w40, then that will save you money.