New here. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on an oil type/bread they recommend for Class A motorhomes? I plan on using synthetic, but not sure if there is a better brand given the load the engine is under, and the infrequent use in a motorhome. I'm also towing a jeep most of the time. Thanks.
Class A motorhome with ford 7.3 gas engine oil type
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You may find some answers in these threads with similar large-block engines:
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/which-oil-for-a-motorhome.11479/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-motorhome.143809/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-motorhome.53586/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/best-choice-for-a-1996-motorhome.68532/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/rebuilt-454-in-motorhome-oil-weight.272998/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/which-oil-to-use-in-motorhome-with-a-new-440.9806/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-8-1-vortec-in-12-ton-motorhome.259785/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-gm-8-1l-vortec-in-a-38-workhorse-chassis.73907/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/which-oil-for-a-motorhome.11479/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-motorhome.143809/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-motorhome.53586/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/best-choice-for-a-1996-motorhome.68532/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/rebuilt-454-in-motorhome-oil-weight.272998/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/which-oil-to-use-in-motorhome-with-a-new-440.9806/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-8-1-vortec-in-12-ton-motorhome.259785/
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/oil-for-gm-8-1l-vortec-in-a-38-workhorse-chassis.73907/
Again! You rule, k.
As an owner of a 1995 Ford F53 w/460 gas engine, I'd like to point out the 460 Big Block used a flat tappet cam until the end of production (1997). Ford's new "Godzilla" engine is modern (though I've read it has an appetite for camshaft and lifters for some odd reason).
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0w40 of M1, Castrol or Redline varieties.
Given your towing and can weigh north of 30k. Once a year oil changes.
How much DOES it weigh?
Given your towing and can weigh north of 30k. Once a year oil changes.
How much DOES it weigh?
BrendanC
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valvoline EP HM 5w-30 if you want to stay within the vehicle warranty specifications.
if not, M1 0w-40.
if not, M1 0w-40.
I'm at 27,800 with tow vehicle
You'll be good with any quality 5w-30. I just put Pennzoil Platinum in mine on Sunday.
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Oil temps are probably north of 230*. 0w40 is a safe bet. If they are 190-225* a thicker IE euro 5w30 synthetic is good. If you can't see oil temps, just use a 0w40.
I've had success with pumpernickel.
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With corn beef..and tomatoes ..
What do you think of it so far? I put PUP in mine, but did notice slight seepage at the front main seal.
So far it's been great. I only have about 6K miles though. The last 2K have been pretty hard on it with high temps and a lot of time at 3700 to 4300 RPM pulling hills with no issues.
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