VE SS-V GEN4 Engine OIL- Which is best?!

[jonnyd1986]

Hey all what engine oil is best for these engines? Which oils protect the best and dont burn...etc

I've been putting Penrite's SIN engine oil in my VE SS-V every 11000kms odd. I've got a service coming up so i just wanted to know whats the best oil i can get.

Also whats the best oil i can put in my stock diff? Cars done 32000kms.

Thanks.

Jon

[macca33]

There are plenty of oil threads to assist you - do a search and all will be revealed. Also, check Mainlube's sponsor section for some very good tech info.

Many have different brand loyalties, etc, so read up and make a decision for yourself.

For my donk, Castrol Edge 10w60 with new filter every 5000ks.

Cheers,

Macca

[jonnyd1986]

There are plenty of oil threads to assist you - do a search and all will be revealed. Also, check Mainlube's sponsor section for some very good tech info.

Macca

Thanks although I did search before posting the thread but didnt find many/any talking about engine oils. Especially VE V8's.

Jon

[VZ_V8]

although i'm not 100% sure, I would say that the engine oils which are best for the VZ 6l or even the 5.7L would be good as well for the VE 6l, same engine materials and setup.

[Ridin-High]

Royal purple k thnx bye

[SS Enforcer]

The last 2 changes have been Mobil One on recomendation from my mechanic no complaints from me so far. I change it every 7-8000 k's.

cheers

[AndrewMSS]

Royal purple k thnx bye

Yep, Royal Purple 10w40....expensive but you will notice the difference.

[Micks]

There are plenty of oil threads to assist you - do a search and all will be revealed. Also, check Mainlube's sponsor section for some very good tech info.

Many have different brand loyalties, etc, so read up and make a decision for yourself.

For my donk, Castrol Edge 10w60 with new filter every 5000ks.

Cheers,

Macca

10-60 no good for a L76, L77 or L98 or higher.

Cheers
VYT

[Wonky]

10-60 no good for a L76, L77 or L98 or higher.

Says who? Your dealer? I and many others have been using it in our VEs for ages.

[drbob]

Put me on record for Fuchs, or Nulon, and even a quart of comp cams break in oil each change.

[SLugg]

l8est street commodores has full oils test a good read

royal purple and penrite seem the best

[VY5.7LTR]

10-60 no good for a L76, L77 or L98 or higher.

Cheers
VYT

Proof please

[Micks]

Proof please

I use what's recomended by the Manufacturer not the Dealer.
In my case 5w 30 in the VE & 10W 60 in the LS1
@ the end of the day guys you can use whatever satisfies & I know the 10w will probably suffice?
I tend to go with the lighter stuff on my VE with AFM tight tolerance engine.
Just my take.

Cheers
VYT

[VYSHSV8]

I use what's recomended by the Manufacturer not the Dealer.
In my case 5w 30 in the VE & 10W 60 in the LS1
@ the end of the day guys you can use whatever satisfies & I know the 10w will probably suffice?
I tend to go with the lighter stuff on my VE with AFM tight tolerance engine.
Just my take.

Cheers
VYT

I just hope you don't tow a heavy trailer in really hot conditions using such lightweight oil unless you live in minus temps for extendable periods no need for such a lightweight oil in Aus

[VZ_V8]

10-60 no good for a L76, L77 or L98 or higher.

Cheers
VYT

any evidence to back that statement up?