Recently picked up a 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero using the GM/Holden derived 2.8L twin scroll turbo. Runs smoothly and quietly with a decent history of synthetic oil changes. It currently has about 142k miles on it. Currently running M1 0w40 and the next oil change where I'll get UOA done.
I'll eventually be modding it to 320hp from the factory 250hp with a software upgrade after some maintenance items. Pretty solid engines with a history of standing up to modification but the engine bay does get very hot in the Saab because it's kinda small.
Thinking about switching to Rotella T6 5w40 or possibly another more shear resistant oil because it's a hot turbo that will be modded soonish and it will be driven spiritedly. Any suggestions?
I live in Southern California and the car won't really see snow.
I'll eventually be modding it to 320hp from the factory 250hp with a software upgrade after some maintenance items. Pretty solid engines with a history of standing up to modification but the engine bay does get very hot in the Saab because it's kinda small.
Thinking about switching to Rotella T6 5w40 or possibly another more shear resistant oil because it's a hot turbo that will be modded soonish and it will be driven spiritedly. Any suggestions?
I live in Southern California and the car won't really see snow.