[trifive]

I would like to know what you guys think would be the best oil to run in my 454 big block.

The engine is a 454 fresh rebuild, not a drag racing engine just a nice driver.

I have about 250 miles on the engine, I have been using Shell Rotella 10/30 Standard SAE oil

So should I stay with that or switch to something else. I want the engine to last along time.

The local chevy guy recommended that I use standard sae 10/30 Pennzoil


Thanks

otis

 

[hotrodg726]

valvoline 20w/50 is all I use in my big blocks

 

[rwhit57]

I also vote Valvoline I use the Racing Oil, Never failed me.

 

[Ratpackin]

With just 250 miles, is ok for Otis to switch to a synthetic? 5000 miles between oil changes is nice as well.

 

[r66ss]

I would like to know what you guys think would be the best oil to run in my 454 big block.

The engine is a 454 fresh rebuild, not a drag racing engine just a nice driver.

I have about 250 miles on the engine, I have been using Shell Rotella 10/30 Standard SAE oil

So should I stay with that or switch to something else. I want the engine to last along time.

The local chevy guy recommended that I use standard sae 10/30 Pennzoil


Thanks

otis

otis
cant remember if your running roller or non roller? if running a non roller, make sure your using ZDDP :tu
It doesnt hav to be a racing engine, use good oil, like brad penn, or schaffer, joe gibbs, Im using brad penn,
these oils have the postphates<sp> zzps, and right blends, doa search on these oils if u get a chance.

 

[Pops @ Tri-5.com]

Otis.....Did a pole on this: Best Oil for Flat Tappet Cams....See link:http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19342&highlight=tappet

Shell Rotella T was highly favored.