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maxwell11
Explorer
Sep 23, 2013

Oil Question

Normally an oil question gets lots of input.

I have a need for a multi viscosity oil, like a 10w30
but, low detergent or non-detergent.

so far, after much research, I have not been able to determine from the markings on a bottle of oil, which marking indicates the level of detergent in that brand of oil.

does anyone know if you can determine from the container the amount of detergent in a bottle of oil?

if so, please advise,

I need a low detergent or non-detergent multi viscosity oil for a machine.

Thanks,
Fred

I did find one at Home depot designed for their small engines - lawn mowers at $4.50 per qt.

But, I need 8 gals, so I was looking for a better deal. At today's oil prices that may be as good as it gets.
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  • Sport45's avatar
    Sport45
    Explorer II
    Sep 23, 2013
    I'm not a tribologist, but I wouldn't expect you to need or want a 10w30 oil for that. If you want to "upgrade" I suggest a 75W90 or 75W140 gear oil from the local auto parts store or Tractor Supply. Buy synthetic if you really want to go all out.

    One question though, does it have wet brakes? If it does, I'd stay as close as I could to the original spec.
  • Gale_Hawkins's avatar
    Gale_Hawkins
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2013
    Lot of change for sure but your need need has not. OEM specs worked for 50 years . :)
  • maxwell11's avatar
    maxwell11
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2013
    This oil is what I found in a (as advertised Non-detergent oil)

    I want to replace the oil in my old tractor trans/differential, 1957 TO-35 Ferguson, it came with 90 weight mineral oil.
    but a lot has happen to oil in the last 50 years so I am up for a improvement.


    Powermate 4-Cycle Engine Oil - 10W30-PA0650074 at The Home ...
    www.homedepot.com/p/Powermate-4-Cycle-Engine-Oil-10W30-PA0650074/203450436
    The Non-Detergent 4-Cycle Engine Oil 10W30 6 Qt. Bottles Per Case is
    manufactured mainly for high RPM engines. It protects and extends the life of an
    engine.
  • Sport45's avatar
    Sport45
    Explorer II
    Sep 23, 2013
    What's the oil specification you need? Is it an ISO oil?
  • Javi1's avatar
    Javi1
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2013
    Check with http://www.schaefferoil.com/oil-lubrications-products.html
  • Gale_Hawkins's avatar
    Gale_Hawkins
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2013
    jerem0621 wrote:
    Tractor Supply... imho.. best place for oil like you are describing. Can get them in 5 gallon buckets IIRC.


    2x I have seen it in 30 weight in Murray store for $10 gallon in 5 gallon pail. Never seen multi grade non detergent motor oil.

    UTF a possible option?
  • jerem0621's avatar
    jerem0621
    Explorer II
    Sep 23, 2013
    Tractor Supply... imho.. best place for oil like you are describing. Can get them in 5 gallon buckets IIRC.
  • Turtle_n_Peeps's avatar
    Turtle_n_Peeps
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2013
    What kind of a machine?

    Does it have to be engine oil?

    There are all sorts of oils on the market. I would talk to an oil manufacture and talk to someone that will find one that fits your needs.

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