I recently purchased a 2001 Chrysler Sabering with the 2.7 DOHC V6. I researched this engine after the purchase to find a lot of info regarding premature engine failures related to oil sludging.
This car has 117000 miles on it, and I am looking for a recommendation of oil. I have found a list of oils that include Mobile 1 SuperSyn European Car Formula 0W-40, along with a long list of synthetics.
As I understand, this engine is VERY sensitive to FREQUENT oil changes regardless of syn or min based oil because of inadequate oil volume.
This engine has sludge buildup in the oil filler cap that tells me that the rest of it is probably sludged up also. The PCV was not functioning until I cleaned out the valve cover breather and PCV valve.
This car is in excellent condition and also runs, sounds, drives great.
Any input would be greatly appreciated...
This car has 117000 miles on it, and I am looking for a recommendation of oil. I have found a list of oils that include Mobile 1 SuperSyn European Car Formula 0W-40, along with a long list of synthetics.
As I understand, this engine is VERY sensitive to FREQUENT oil changes regardless of syn or min based oil because of inadequate oil volume.
This engine has sludge buildup in the oil filler cap that tells me that the rest of it is probably sludged up also. The PCV was not functioning until I cleaned out the valve cover breather and PCV valve.
This car is in excellent condition and also runs, sounds, drives great.
Any input would be greatly appreciated...