What's the best oil?

[dangerousdt]

Hello guys,

Proud owner of a '98 New Beetle TDI with ~213k miles. I love my bug and want to keep her as long as possible, that's why I want whats best for her...

I've read mixed suggestions as to the recommended oil for her with the mileage she has. I've used synthetic... Is that good? Should I have to change oil every 3k or 6k using synthetic? What would be the proper viscosity with an engine this "experienced"?? =)

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

David

[DZLBUG]

Always synthetic, 5w-40 or 0w-40 (winter if you experience extreme cold) diesel rated oil. I prefer Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5w-40 or Shell Rotella T6 5w-40. Oil change interval is every 10k miles. Any shorter and you are only wasting money and INCREASING WEAR.

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[jason m]

Originally Posted by dzlbug

always synthetic, 5w-40 or 0w-40 (winter if you experience extreme cold) diesel rated oil. I prefer mobil 1 turbo diesel truck 5w-40 or shell rotella t6 5w-40. Oil change interval is every 10k miles. Any shorter and you are only wasting money and increasing wear.

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[h_2_o]

if you live anywhere out in the country see if there is a tractor supply around, normally they have t6 a lot cheaper than the auto stores do.

[dangerousdt]

Awesome!! Thanks for the info...