0w20 vs 0w30?

[BreakerBreaker]

Originally Posted By: Bluestream
Originally Posted By: Pete

If it takes tht long to warm up, its prob time to change the thermostat out and see if tht helps.


+1. I recommend a Toyota thermostat, and Toyota coolant. [/quote]

X2..Dont forget Toyota water as well... [/quote]

Toyota water? What?

 

[Oregoonian]

Originally Posted By: tig1
I have used 0-20 for several years in the Fords and have no complaints at all.


+1......I've used 0w20 oils (M-1 and QSUD) year round for several years now in my 03' Ford Focus....works perfectly in summer and winter.

Last week we had our first snow here in Central Oregon (elevation 3600')....and our night temperatures went down to below 0 degrees. Started my engine (my vehicle in NOT garaged), and it turned over immediately, just like it does in the summer.

I use a Fram Ultra filter (two OCI's), which works perfectly in all seasons.

 

[Garak]

Originally Posted By: Shark
OP, you might want to look into a good grill block. Check out Ecomodder.com for ideas. I run one on a car in the winter that has trouble warming up on the highway.

Yes, winter fronts used to be SOP here. I still have one laying around for the F-150, although it really doesn't need it. It doesn't struggle with temperatures in the least.

And the thermostat suggestion is valid. It could have been lazy in the summer and you never noticed. As it cools off, it'll give you grief. Ask me how I know.