Is it okay to run a multi grade when 30 weight is specified? I've been told/ read a multi weight will foam when used as a 30 weight.
The Honda 13 horse is spec'd for 30 weight IIRC.. The manual says 10w-30 through 20w50 can be used depending on anticipated temperatures. The chart didn't mention this, but I'd prefer a high detergent 15w40 honestly. Either way, the general consensus here is that the engine will last for a very long time regardless of oil as long as it's kept topped off. The engine is on a pressure washer so running it in cold temps never happens. *Currently running clearance M1 as well
The yard vac is spec'd for a 30 weight but is filled with clearance M1. It consumes oil pretty quick (only used it maybe 5 times in the fall.. Brought oil level slightly below fill mark) so I'm inclined to run a 15w40 in that as well.
Both 4 cycle mowers (the LB having the same Tecumseh as the yard vac) are spec'd for 30 weight but have gotten 10w30 for years and have very slow consumption. No issues yet.
I'm thinking 15w40 for everything. Sound about right?
The 2 stroke LBs are of course the most awesome of the OPE engines and get just plain Jane LB oil mixed with ethanol free high 91 octane.
The Honda 13 horse is spec'd for 30 weight IIRC.. The manual says 10w-30 through 20w50 can be used depending on anticipated temperatures. The chart didn't mention this, but I'd prefer a high detergent 15w40 honestly. Either way, the general consensus here is that the engine will last for a very long time regardless of oil as long as it's kept topped off. The engine is on a pressure washer so running it in cold temps never happens. *Currently running clearance M1 as well
The yard vac is spec'd for a 30 weight but is filled with clearance M1. It consumes oil pretty quick (only used it maybe 5 times in the fall.. Brought oil level slightly below fill mark) so I'm inclined to run a 15w40 in that as well.
Both 4 cycle mowers (the LB having the same Tecumseh as the yard vac) are spec'd for 30 weight but have gotten 10w30 for years and have very slow consumption. No issues yet.
I'm thinking 15w40 for everything. Sound about right?
The 2 stroke LBs are of course the most awesome of the OPE engines and get just plain Jane LB oil mixed with ethanol free high 91 octane.
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