What Oil For New Craftsman Riding Mower???

[JasonC]

Just purchased a Craftsman LT1500 Riding Mower W/ B&S 17.5 HP Silver Series Intek Engine. This Engine doesn't have an oil filter and is used to cut about a .5 acre lawn. Was wondering what Oil to use in it? I am located in Virginia and we cna get close to 100 degrees in the summer.

 

[mobilaltima]

SAE 30 would probably be perfect or a 10W30.

 

[hate2work]

This is what I use-

http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/ase.aspx

 

[660mag]

My vote is for a high detergent sae30w in the summer, however B&S approves a multi vis in lower temps. The Briggs & Stratton web site has a list of approved viscosity ranges per air temps, and minimum api certifications.

 

[troyb43]

+1 on hate2work's recommendation, I use it as well and it appears to be a fine oil for the $$$, and a real synthetic with no wax too

 

[Pablo]

If you go with Amsoil ASE, use this link:

http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/ase.aspx?zo=515729

Thanks!!

 

[greenaccord02]

Rotella T 5W-40

 

[yeehaw1960]

For the warranty period, RTFB. Brand names abound, but meet the requirements set forth for weight, etc that are outlined in your mower's operating manual.

 

[JasonC]

Thanks, just order 3qts.



Originally Posted By: Pablo
If you go with Amsoil ASE, use this link:

http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/ase.aspx?zo=515729

Thanks!!

 

[Pablo]

Much appreciated sir!