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Originally Posted By: Rolla07 Originally Posted By: T-Stick So we all know that the industry is moving to 0w20 ... but if that is the right weight for a winter viscosity why would not a lightweight (energy conserving) 5w30 be just as suitable or better in the heat of summer. Why cant people...

Originally Posted By: razel 1. SN oil that's on sale 2. SN oil that's on sale with rebate Same here!

Originally Posted By: EvanR Clean out your flame trap, and the rear seal will stop leaking. Cost: $0.00 Thank you for the tip!

Originally Posted By: Merkava_4 That 20W-50 MaxLife will get you smooth smooth smooth. You won't even hear it run no more. haha, thanks Merkava...good to see you around and get your input!

Well, I am unemployed presently and cannot afford $450 to replace it so looking for options in the interim.

Thank you all for the input. I had 5w30 in there and it just leaked out a ton that is why I thought a thicker oil may be better. 15w40 seems like the most logical solution as it has slowed it down in the past but I thought I would get feedback regarding HM 10w40 and 20w50 as well since I live in...

Hello All, I live in Phoenix, AZ area to give you an idea of my climate. Our 940 has a rear seal leak that I am trying to minimize and have already tried numerous stop leak sealants and wanted to consider switching to a thicker oil. I would like some feedback regarding which of these three oils...

Originally Posted By: bmwjohn If I remember, RON is NOT the octane measure used in the US currently. The 87 mentioned in your link is probably the US measure, as I think we use 2 different measurements and divide by 2. HOWEVER, one nice feature about buying a Volvo is the huge amount of tech...

So does everyone think I am looking at a European manual and that the standards are different for my vehicle in America and that I should be using 87 octane? I cannot tell from the manual if it is for America and need to know how to verify. Thank you.

Well, here is the link to the PDF I was referencing if that helps. http://www.volvoclubthailand.com/man/pdf/om/volvo_940_owners_manual_1994.pdf The car does seem to run better with 91 and also seems to maybe get slightly better gas mileage but I am not sure if that is just my imagination. I...

Hello All, I was wondering if anyone knew specifically what octane I should be using in this vehicle. Chilton manual states 87 but I think that is a generic response. Does anyone have the original manual or from experience know what octane is recommended for this vehicle? I live in Phoenix, AZ...

I am using Castrol HM 10w40 and think it is a wonderful oil and seems to be a good fit for you as well.

Since this is the Oil Forum I will say, "A good 0w30 synthetic ought to do the trick!" I wish I knew more about the problem and I would be glad to help. Hope you can get it worked out soon.

Originally Posted By: Norm Olt Originally Posted By: volk06 QSUD is only $0.30 more for a 5qt jug, it has dexos and hto-6 certifications which super tech does not. That's what I'd use. Now THIS makes sense! +1

Originally Posted By: Merkava_4 Originally Posted By: Clevy You can go one grade thicker with no real ill effects,other than perhaps less fuel economy. Sometimes you'll even get better fuel economy with the thicker grade if it lubricates better. I've had that experience before. Strange that...