Synthetic who is running ...

[Krisekca]

Okay so i have M3 GT 04' 90K on it and im planning to switch to synthetic..
May Dealer told me its not recommended... Mazda N.A. said same....

Who is running synthetic here ...
What Engine
What Year
How many kms on synthetic
Any Problems ?
When was the switch at how many kms.
What Oil


Thank U in advance, Im just parnoic its not good for ur babies.

[RX9]

May Dealer told me its not recommended... Mazda N.A. said same....

LMAO... ask them if they sell the sync oil.
btw, any sync oil is better than dyno oil.

[Mazda3X2]

There is a lot of information on the net regarding oils. In doing some research there are many benefits to be had by switching to a synthetic oil.

I switched to Pennzoil Platinum 5W20 on my last change at 50,000 km's. From what I researched it contains the best additive pack of the Group III oils. So far all is good. I'm sure I will see more of a difference during the cold winter months regarding cold starting.

Here is a quote from a source regarding a question I had asked about this.

The difference between a Grp III and Grp IV oil is it's feedstock. Grp III uses mineral oil...i.e. crude oil that is extracted from the ground. Grp III base stock is heavily hydrocracked to produce molecules a close as possible to the same size...Pennzoil Platinum is the best of this group IMO. Grp IV and V are man-made base stocks consisting of chemical compounds not present in crude oil but are artificially made from other compounds. These usually consist of poly-alpha-olefin (PAO, Grp IV) and esters (Grp V) that includes diesters, polyolesters, alklylated napthlenes, alkyklated benzenes, etc.

Like I said, Pennzoil Platinum is a great choice for a Grp III oil...if you want a "true syn", you will have to go with Amsoil ASL 5W-20 (PAO based) or Red Line 5W-20 (ester based). Of the two, Red Line would be my choice here.

I didn't go to Red Line or Amsoil as they are about $13 per quart. Too expensive for me.


Good Luck.

[Fuman]

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=24250&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=21367&page=2&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=23006&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=13879&highlight=Synthetic+oil

Mazda 3s, don't need Synthetic engine oil. Soon enough you may want to switch to high mileage engine oil though

[dentinger]

im running quakerstate 5w20 full synthetic engine oil, and ive been using it since my first oil change.
aaaand im running redline synthetic tranny fluid as well

[3GFX]

What Engine - 2.3L
What Year - 2004
How many kms on synthetic - about 50,000km
Any Problems - not related to the oil itself, or the engine. One dealer error with the cartridge.
When was the switch at how many kms - switched at 30,000km
What Oil - Castrol Syntec 5W20

[Krisekca]

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=24250&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=21367&page=2&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=23006&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=13879&highlight=Synthetic+oil

Mazda 3s, don't need Synthetic engine oil. Soon enough you may want to switch to high mileage engine oil though


why could u back this up by somenthing ? High Mileage at 90K ?

[Fuman]

why could u back this up by somenthing ? High Mileage at 90K ?
Bad wording on my part, I meant at like 130K or maybe even higher.

http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/pw/high-mileage-oil.htm

[aris]

i always run full synthetic in everything i have own...you get better mpg by using full synthetic.

I will be putting royal purple synthic oil in my mazda 3 when i hit 14 000km. I am going to wait as i get one free oil change from the dealer when i bought the car and after that i will be changing it my self with only royal purple synthic oil.

[Mazda3X2]

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=24250&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=21367&page=2&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=23006&highlight=Synthetic+oil
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=13879&highlight=Synthetic+oil

Mazda 3s, don't need Synthetic engine oil. Soon enough you may want to switch to high mileage engine oil though

Not many cars actually "need" synthetic oil. But I do know that it makes a huge difference. I have seen first hand the difference in my transmission in very cold weather and how much easier the engine turns over as well. I will be switching our 08.5 over to the Pennzoil Platinum also, after the first 2 free oil changes.

Research, and choose an oil that you trust and that is readily available. Any Group III Synthetic will be a good choice over conventional oil IMO. I have used the Mobile 1 and Castrol Syntec in some previous cars and never had any problems there either.

[Flagrum_3]

Okay so i have M3 GT 04' 90K on it and im planning to switch to synthetic..
May Dealer told me its not recommended... Mazda N.A. said same....

Who is running synthetic here ...
What Engine
What Year
How many kms on synthetic
Any Problems ?
When was the switch at how many kms.
What Oil


Thank U in advance, Im just parnoic its not good for ur babies.


2.3
2005
57k
No problems
16k
Mobil1 5W 20 (will be switching to Royal Purple next oil change).

You should have no problems switching to synthetic at your mileage, but I would suggest you have the engine flushed clean before installing the syn oil.
Personally I feel if you plan on keeping your vehicle long term synthetic is a must, it will protect your engine much better than conventional, especially during cold starts and I believe you also get the full potential from your engine at all times, ie; power and fuel savings.

It costs more but its worth every penny :)


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[garboui]

What Engine - 2.3L
What Year - 2004
How many kms on synthetic - about 38,000km
Any Problems - none
When was the switch at how many kms - switched at 40,000km
What Oil - Mobil1 5w20

[malam]

What Engine - 2.0L
What Year - 2006
How many kms on synthetic - about 61,000km
Any Problems - none
When was the switch at how many kms - from the first oil change.
What Oil - Castrol Full Syntec. Done at my Mazda Dealership _ Mazda of Toronto.

[ravin13]

2.0L
2007
about 10k
no problems at all
switched when I bought it, at 20k
Mobil1 5w20

I've done three oil changes since I bought the car, I should have only done one by mileage, but as I normally only do short trips, and I've only done less than 10k in the year, I feel better doing it more often

[pinoy_eh]

2.0L
2006 GS A/T
30K on Synthetic 5w20 sometimes 10w30 during summer
No engine issues as of the moment until today at 41k kms.
Switched to Synthetic at 8k
Pennzoil, Valvoline, Motormaster

[Krisekca]

i got some crazzy Deal on AMSOIL 5w20 if anyone interested ! let me know ...
Price is better ... then M1...

How can i contact to become sponsor on forum ?

[theurgy]

What Engine - 2.3 MZR DISI Turbo
What Year - 2008
How many kms on synthetic - 3000Km
Any Problems - none
When was the switch at how many kms - switched at 6000Km
What Oil - Royal Purple Full Synthetic 5w30

[Videcak]

I run Amsoil synthetic 5w20. I change it every 5000km because thats what I've always done. I buy it locally for $7.45 a bottle (1qt.). Seems good. Seen many tests and it is best performing of oils so thats what I run.

[06Touring3]

hey Videcak where did you buy the Amsoil?

[RemaerdLacidar]

What Engine - 2.3L
What Year - 2008
How many kms on synthetic - about 10,000
Any Problems - not related to the oil itself, or the engine. Mone
When was the switch at how many kms - 4000
What Oil - Royal Purple 5W20

[Fobio]

I'm no oil expert, but have been slightly educated about Group 3 and 4...Pennzoil Plat (grp 3) is what I'll be trying next as the additive pkg is good and less likely to be fuel-diluted for my direct-injection engine, I p/u 10 bottles as they're on sale now...I'm using Mobil1 now, and ever since they became widely available in stores...

I tried looking for German Castrol (grp 4) yesterday at the CDN Tire, but they didn't have much left and they're 0w30...when I was younger, I would chase to different stores to collect whatever stock they have left of the oil of my choice...now my priority is finding an easily available synth oil at a good price with good usage for my particular engine...

for those interested, you should really chk out "bob the oil guy"...google it..

[Krisekca]

Thx Guys

im Running Amsoil for past 2K :) love it
I sent my last oil for UOA good results

[06Touring3]

Krisekca

do you get your amsoil locally?

and what is UOA

[Fobio]

Used Oil Analysis...I'll be sending mine in next time as well.

[LockOut]

Just switched to Royal Purple last night... about 200km on it, and seems to be holding up well :chuckle

[Veritaz]

2.0LT
2004
65,000km
not oil related, ran alot better from the moment I started using it.
2005 at about 20,000km
Mobil 1 5w20 (now mobil 1 5w30, 5w20 was getting waaay to hot with the turbo)

[Videcak]

I get my Amsoil locally at Performance Unlimited here in London, Ontario. I will be coming up to MOTM in Etobicoke and can bring some with me if you promise to bring the cash. $7.45/quart plus tax. PM me before friday if so...

[S.F.W.]

I'm making the switch to redline at my ext oil change. Been using standard Mazda oil so far..

[Krisekca]

Why Redline ?

Mazda Oil = Petro Canada = Really Good Oil.

If anyone interested in Amsoil products please let me know.

[1flycdnM3]

I am switching next year when i get the turbo, but for now the car runs fine on standard motor oil so no point in switching. I find it odd sometimes that people say "I get better mileage from sythetic and it's a better cost" because honestly when you weigh the two together, it's actually more expensive for the synthetic and for not that much of a MPG increase. The one true advantage is, however, it is MUCH better for the engine.

[S.F.W.]

Why Redline ?

Mazda Oil = Petro Canada = Really Good Oil.

If anyone interested in Amsoil products please let me know.
Moving to full synthetic, and I have read good things bout Redline.

[Krisekca]

Moving to full synthetic, and I have read good things bout Redline.

I understand that you plan to extend your OC ?

OC = Oil Changes

[S.F.W.]

I understand that you plan to extend your OC ?

OC = Oil Changes
nope. Will leave them at the standard 8k. I'm sure Mazda oil is good, but car is at 80K, felt it was a good time to go full Synthetic.

[06Touring3]

my next change will be at 80K too so I am making the switch for the same reason

[Krisekca]

nope. Will leave them at the standard 8k. I'm sure Mazda oil is good, but car is at 80K, felt it was a good time to go full Synthetic.

so don't waste your money on Redline ...
go with Penzoil Platinium - Synthetic ..
Or Amsoil 5w20 ...
if u wanna go really good go with 0w20 Amsoil 100$ syntehtic IV