I’m new to the forum, but have read and searched for similar threads. Most 80’s model vehicles in threads have typically been European, so here I am.
I've had my Mazda B2000 for about 6 years know. This truck is historically known as the “weakest” American sold truck. From the factory, the 2.0 liter, 2-barrel (which I have a Weber), 4-cylinder pushed out 80 horsepower. It was originally a second vehicle, however, has been my primary for the past year and approximately 12,000 miles placed on it. These miles have predominantly been placed on it in the past 6 months, so I would assume for a year, the mileage would be around 18,000. My commute is 73 miles per day, all highway and I don't go over 60miles/hr.
It currently has 211,xxx miles on it and has a minimal leak and, much like most Mazda B2000/B2200s, smokes at crank-up and burns less than a quart per oil change which is every 3,000 miles. Some more information about my driving habits is that I, for the most part, allow the engine to warm, not all the way to operating temperature, but I don’t push high RPMs until operating temperature is reached.
For the past 4-5 years, I've stuck with Quaker State 10W30 Conventional motor oil and sometimes Quaker State High Mileage 10W30 with the orange can, Fram. Strictly, a Walmart oil change. The manual calls for 10W30.
But lately, I’ve been thinking of trying a different viscosity to see how the truck likes it. I really thought about Rotella 15W40 but would prefer a 5W40. My thought being that the 40 weight oil would help with the burning of oil and accommodate for the age of the truck. The downfall of 40 weight, and I understand that it might be minimal, is gas mileage. The truck currently gets 31-33 MPG and has done so for the past 6 months on the same commute as before, where it got 25-28. The change was in the timing of the truck.
However, I also would like to try 5W30. I actually purchased tonight some Mobil Super High Mileage 5W30 and an orange can, Fram.
I’m looking for some advice as to which weight oil I should consider with the current state of my truck. I’m located in North Carolina and in the winter, we may see lows in the teens, and in the summer, highs above 100. I’m also considering different filters and I understand that within the $3-$5 class, there may be little difference, but I’m looking for a reliable filter. Not one that the media will deform or tear. I’m currently looking at the Purolator Classic L14610 for 4.99(Advance Auto), WIX 51357 for 5.99(O’reilly), and Motorcraft FL810 for 4.99(Advance) compared to the Fram 3593A for 3.49(Walmart).
Sorry this got kind of long, but felt more information couldn’t hurt. Thanks ahead of time and I’ve been a fan of the site for a while, but am now just joining. Lots of great information.
I've had my Mazda B2000 for about 6 years know. This truck is historically known as the “weakest” American sold truck. From the factory, the 2.0 liter, 2-barrel (which I have a Weber), 4-cylinder pushed out 80 horsepower. It was originally a second vehicle, however, has been my primary for the past year and approximately 12,000 miles placed on it. These miles have predominantly been placed on it in the past 6 months, so I would assume for a year, the mileage would be around 18,000. My commute is 73 miles per day, all highway and I don't go over 60miles/hr.
It currently has 211,xxx miles on it and has a minimal leak and, much like most Mazda B2000/B2200s, smokes at crank-up and burns less than a quart per oil change which is every 3,000 miles. Some more information about my driving habits is that I, for the most part, allow the engine to warm, not all the way to operating temperature, but I don’t push high RPMs until operating temperature is reached.
For the past 4-5 years, I've stuck with Quaker State 10W30 Conventional motor oil and sometimes Quaker State High Mileage 10W30 with the orange can, Fram. Strictly, a Walmart oil change. The manual calls for 10W30.
But lately, I’ve been thinking of trying a different viscosity to see how the truck likes it. I really thought about Rotella 15W40 but would prefer a 5W40. My thought being that the 40 weight oil would help with the burning of oil and accommodate for the age of the truck. The downfall of 40 weight, and I understand that it might be minimal, is gas mileage. The truck currently gets 31-33 MPG and has done so for the past 6 months on the same commute as before, where it got 25-28. The change was in the timing of the truck.
However, I also would like to try 5W30. I actually purchased tonight some Mobil Super High Mileage 5W30 and an orange can, Fram.
I’m looking for some advice as to which weight oil I should consider with the current state of my truck. I’m located in North Carolina and in the winter, we may see lows in the teens, and in the summer, highs above 100. I’m also considering different filters and I understand that within the $3-$5 class, there may be little difference, but I’m looking for a reliable filter. Not one that the media will deform or tear. I’m currently looking at the Purolator Classic L14610 for 4.99(Advance Auto), WIX 51357 for 5.99(O’reilly), and Motorcraft FL810 for 4.99(Advance) compared to the Fram 3593A for 3.49(Walmart).
Sorry this got kind of long, but felt more information couldn’t hurt. Thanks ahead of time and I’ve been a fan of the site for a while, but am now just joining. Lots of great information.
