Im running 2 rodeos, both 2.8's and also servicing my brothers for the last 11 years.
In all 3 i have always used Valvoline Super Diesel and Ryco oil filters.
On advice from a couple of reputable sources i made the switch to Valvoline Diesel Extra and bought 40 liters, after a couple of services i noticed all 3 utes starting to burn about 500-700ml of oil between services of about 6000k.
They have done 260k, 210k & 310k, all a mix of highway and farmwork, little 4wding and been driven with care.
I scratched my head and mused over why this was occurring and realised around the time i switched to Extra i bought a batch of Sakura oil filters and have used them ever since.
Surely these oil filters are not the cause? Any thoughts?
The local dealer has such a good deal on Sakura filters so i want to use them.The name is a bit deceiving, my first thought was Japanese made which is ideal, turns out they are made in Indonesia.
Im thinking about trying Penrite Diesel FX, 15W-40 Mineral, anyone had experience with this? A Perth mob can deliver free even rural, so a 205L drum is enticing.
Cheers
Stan