10w30 in 2000 civic

[NicaJeep]

ok...just bought a used 2000 civic and i noticed that the previous owner used 10w30. should i switch to 5w30 or continue using the 10w30???

 

[GROUCHO MARX]

I like 10w30 in warmer climates.

 

[Volvohead]

Where you live, 10w30 is just fine.

 

[ShortBuSX]

10w30 here in Florida year round...and being in Miami, your so far south youre past the freeze line.

 

[Ray H]

But watch your back - the 5W-20 posse's already closin' in...

 

[Chris Meutsch]

You'll be fine with either 10w or 5w. Startups at 50 degrees with either are a non-issue.

 

[NicaJeep]

thanks......

 

[sxg6]

quote:

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Originally posted by Ray H:
But watch your back - the 5W-20 posse's already closin' in...

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its a 2000, 5w-20 wasnt spec.. thats why were silent

 

[z917990]

I believe your manual states that 10w30 is OK as long as the temp remains above 20 degree F. In Florida, this obviously should not be a problem. FYI, I just changed to GC in my '99 Accord and it loves it; the engine is smoother and quieter with no loss in power or fuel economy.

 

[Dominic]

With a conventional oil I would stick with 10W30 since they hold their viscosity better over 5W30s. However running a blend or a synthetic I would go ahead and run 5w30 since it costs the same and is slightly thinner at startup and during warmup - better for fuel economy and engine wear. I see no reason nowadays why 10w30 should be used in place of 5w30 even in hot FL (where I used to live).

 

[BrianWC]

Guess I better keep quiet about the 10W30/5W30 mix in my 02 V.

 

[harry j]

I recommend a 0w30 synthetic oil here in south fla. I have used Amsoil 0w30 for 76,000 miles and have nothing but good results with it.