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I’m assuming HTHS for the esp 0w20 would be greater than or equal to 2.6, even though the KV seems pretty low. That got me thinking, is the esp 0w30 3.0 Hths or 3.5? Can’t really find a reliable source for the Hths of the esp 0w30

My truck (2001 Blazer) 4.3 vortec does not have an oil temp sensor. It physically doesn’t have an oil temp sensor, so there is no way to really know what the temp is, unless I add a temp sensor through the oil pan or something and hook it up to a gauge. Only way I can tell if my oil temp is up...

Engines with high mileage do not need thicker oil. If your engine has been running 0w20 for 200k+ miles, and it runs just like the day you bought it, you can continue to use 0w20 till the vehicle is no longer drivable. The reason is, even if an engine has 300k+ miles, the bearing clearances do...

M1 ESP 0W-30 with 5,000-7,500 mile OCI would be my choice.

I do notice higher oil and coolant temps with thicker oils in certain engines. Specifically higher coolant temps on my father’s 2018 ND Miata, with the 2.0 skyactive, I always put in Valvoline advanced 0w20 at every oil change for him. One day we tried using some Valvoline advanced 5w30 just to...

These companies would do anything to increase sales. The 20k mile claim is very vague (given that most engines today are direct injected, turbocharged, small, and burns oil) and I think we really need more strict regulations when it comes to marketing claims. I would not run this oil for 20k...

I tried to tell him in one of his videos that Mobil 1 esp was a more “advanced” oil than whatever average neutered api oil he was preaching about, and he got defensive almost, saying that Mobil 1 makes the engine noisy and he sees increased wear or something. I don’t know what he was talking...

The cold viscosity of 0w-20 and 5w-20 are actually very very close. Just compare the SDS’s. The statement “If 5w-20 is used, it must be changed to 0w-20 at next oil change” is objectively complete nonsense. It all has to do with CAFE, and Toyota has to recommend 0w-20 at all times for obvious...

I get it for $27/5 quart. Not a bad deal when all the other off the shelf oils are about that price or even higher

Thanks! Seems like a really stout oil. And for the price, I think I’m sold. I’m gonna try running this oil for 5-6k miles. Also, these 4.3 vortecs aren’t that great on fuel economy no matter what oil is used, so I’m not concerned about it. Didn’t notice a difference when I drove 250 miles the...

Running Mobil 1 ESP 0w-30 in my 2001 Chevy Blazer with the 4.3 Vortec. Have been running this oil for about 400-500 miles now. Drove from Columbia SC to Charlotte NC and back yesterday, and its was great. Oil pressure was slightly higher compared to api 5w-30 I’ve been running before. I read...

It will run on that oil no problem. Just stick to any 5w30 and use it. These engines aren’t picky when it comes to oil. I’ve tried pennzoil euro L 5w30 in my 4.3 vortec, and I did not notice any difference. Engine ran like it was supposed to, No need to use anything thicker on these...

Sweet ride! If you want something better, Mobil 1 ESP 0w30 or 5w30 which is also an off the shelf oil and very affordable, will be “better” since Hths is higher, and it is thicker than api 30 grade oils. Every 5000 miles should be perfect for that application, since I’m assuming bronco raptor...

If your engine produces enough heat to make the coolant temp that high with a properly functioning cooling system, it’s a cooling issue, not a thermostat issue. Something is going on to allow the coolant to get that hot. You need to inspect your cooling system and make sure it’s as clean as it...

These types of sluggish feeling after switching to thicker oil is really noticeable in low power gas guzzling older engines, like my 2001 Chevy Blazer with the 4.3 vortec that makes 190hp and 250lbft of torque, mated to a 4 speed automatic that does a horrible job at keep you in the power band...