Hi all...new to the forum. I never realized how much there is to learn about oil, but I am having fun.
I've been looking around the site for information about the best oil for my generator, which has splash lubrication.
So far I used the SAE30 oil that came with the generator for about 20hrs and then changed to Valvoline SynPower 5w-30. As I learned more about differences between air cooled vs liquid cooled engines, I changed over to Mobil 1 HM 10w/30 based on others positive reviews.
However, I also see Rotella T5/6, Amsoil 10-30, and Valvoline VR 10-30, and Castrol synthetics mentioned a lot as well.
Should I keep using Mobile1 HM or go to something else mentioned above? Also, which weight? Keeping in mind that we have 4 seasons here and Summer is on its way.
I would appreciate any information/suggestions. I bought this generator after Sandy and would like to keep it in great shape. I run it once a month with a load as well.
Thanks for reading.
I've been looking around the site for information about the best oil for my generator, which has splash lubrication.
So far I used the SAE30 oil that came with the generator for about 20hrs and then changed to Valvoline SynPower 5w-30. As I learned more about differences between air cooled vs liquid cooled engines, I changed over to Mobil 1 HM 10w/30 based on others positive reviews.
However, I also see Rotella T5/6, Amsoil 10-30, and Valvoline VR 10-30, and Castrol synthetics mentioned a lot as well.
Should I keep using Mobile1 HM or go to something else mentioned above? Also, which weight? Keeping in mind that we have 4 seasons here and Summer is on its way.
I would appreciate any information/suggestions. I bought this generator after Sandy and would like to keep it in great shape. I run it once a month with a load as well.
Thanks for reading.