Which one to choose ?

[Mikeford1]

I know this has probably been asked a million times, but.........
I currently own ( bought brand new ) a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 5.2L in it.
I have used Mobil 1 10W-30 since day one and have not had a single issue and am happy with the cleanliness of the engine.

So, on that note, I am about to buy a 2015 Dodge Ram 2500 with a 6.4L gasser in it.
It uses 0W-40 engine oil.
The manual recommends using Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40.

Of course Going on manufacturer website makes your head spin since they all claim to be the best.

So do I stick with what I know ( Mobil 1 ) or do I move to Pennzoil, Amsoil, Red line, or Royal Purple.

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[zrxkawboy]

Nothing wrong with any of them, I'm sure. Nice thing about Mobil 1 is that its available at Wally in 5-qt jugs for a good price. If you like Mobil 1, stick with it.

 

[HTSS_TR]

Problem with Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40 is very hard to find at local stores. Castrol Edge and Mobil 1 0W40 are much easier to find almost anywhere. Few months ago Walmart had 5-qt jug Castrol Edge for $21.xx.

 

[Lillikai]

Honestly if you liked the way Mobil 1 worked for all those years then I would stick with it. At my local walmart they have a 5 quart jug of 0w-40 for 26ish dollars, convenience is helpful too.

 

[WobblyElvis]

Buy whatever synthetic 0W40 is cheapest. There is no difference between them. If you see some on sale stock up and that will save travel time next oil change.

 

[sicko]

M1 and Castrol 0w-40 are both easy to find and reasonably priced. I'd suggest going with one of those. There is absolutely nothing unique about Pennzoil Ultra 0w-40 that would make it work better then either of the other two.

Please understand, I'm not saying Pennzoil Ultra isn't an excellent oil. I just believe that any of the three oils I previously mentioned would protect your engine for a very very long time, so you might as well go with the ones that are easier to find.

 

[bbhero]

I agree to stick with Mobil 1.. Far easier to find than the unicorn blood of the Pennzoil Ultra. Their products are very good as evidenced by your own experience