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oil weight 1.9L vs 2.4 L
Posted: Fri Nov 06, 2009 7:55 am
by bikeman1
Hi gang. Just changed my oil for the first time on my 2009 2.4L. Was surprised to see that 5W20 is the recommended weight. Truthfully, I always wondered how 5W30 was thick enough for the old 1.9L. how do engine designers set up the clearances to work with thinner oils? I understand why thinner oils are "greener" and appreciate that, but do we sacrifice bearing wear and engine life in the long haul?Any lube geeks out there....
Re: oil weight 1.9L vs 2.4 L (bikeman1)
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2009 8:00 am
by star_deceiver
http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/This site will answer all of your questions then give you tons more. Every possible opinion on any oil product!And the 5w20 works great!
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2009 8:06 am
by Old Tele man
...per the Owners Manual we're running 5W20 (synthetic) in our 2009 Vibe Base 1.8L.
Re: oil weight 1.9L vs 2.4 L (bikeman1)
Posted: Sun Nov 08, 2009 2:14 pm
by star_deceiver
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Re: oil weight 1.9L vs 2.4 L (star_deceiver)
Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2009 7:22 pm
by bikeman1
Quote, originally posted by star_deceiver »
http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/This site will answer all of your questions then give you tons more. Every possible opinion on any oil product!And the 5w20 works great!wow -- everything you always wanted to know about oil but were afraid to ask! Thanks D.C.