What is 10W60 oil used for?

What is 10W60 oil used for?

Mobil 1 10W-60 has been designed to help provide the extra protection that older engines can demand. It is suitable for most older vehicles including gasoline and Diesel (without Diesel Particulate Filter) engines.

What is 10W60 engine oil?

A 10W-60 oil flows like a 10 Weight oil from start-up in Winter, but provides the protection of a 60 Weight oil once the engine reaches full operating temperature.

Can I use 10W60 instead of 10W40?

No don’t use 10w60 it will drastically decrease your fuel economy as well as performance. Also it will not reach in every gap and every corner of engine because of its high viscosity it will not pass fluently through tiny holes meant for 10w40 oil.

When should I use 10W-60 oil?

The oil can be used in temperatures as low as -30C during the winter. These low temperatures make it difficult for a person to start cold. As part of the SAE class designation, the number “60” indicates the kinematic viscosity at 100 C, which is the second part of the designation.

Who makes BMW 10W60?

Shell
Genuine BMW 10W60 M “TwinPower Turbo” synthetic engine oil is formulated exclusively for BMW M engines from 2001-2013 (including 3/2000+ M5). This is the newest BMW 10W60 oil, now produced by Shell, and replaces the previous Castrol TWS and Edge 10W60 engine oil.

Is 10W-60 better than 10W50?

They both have the same weight at start up. Price is the same… No problem, that I can think of, the 10w60 may shear quicker than the 10w50 though, but you’d have it tested, really as long as you can hold a high 40 weight, should be fine.

Is 10W-60 a thick oil?

Clearly the 10w 60 is much too thick at normal temperatures… That is true. However some things to consider. A cSt of more than 10 is considered optimal at bearings, too thin is probably far worse than slightly too thick (a condition you run in when cold regardless of oil choice).

Can I use 15w50 instead of 10w50?

The difference between 10w50 and 15w50 is negligible. Whichever oil weight is available at your local auto (or moto) parts store will work fine.