[Mike Turbo]

Just seen 'Mobil 1 New Life 0W-40' on http://www.mobil-1.co.uk/cms/Mobil_1...ife_0W-40.aspx, has anybody use this oil before.

Is it the same as (or better then) their 'SuperSyn' 0W-40, which is not on their website any more. May be this is a new generation product or just new bottle with same oil?

Cut out from Mobil-1 website:



Mobil 1 New Life is the latest Mobil 1 generation in the Mobil 1 product family. Special long-term protection additives ensure lasting engine cleanliness, prevent the build-up of deposits on critical engine parts and help the engine retain its value. Furthermore, excellent smooth-running properties lead to fuel savings, thereby cutting CO2 emissions.
A plus for the environment.



For passenger car engines with extended oil change intervals*
Suitable for petrol and diesel car engines*
Better potential for fuel savings
Optimum long-term protection for all engines
Extraordinary wear protection properties
Rapid lubrication even in very high or very low temperatures
Reduced CO2 emissions



Meets or exceeds the following industry specifications:
API SM/SL/SJ/CF
ACEA A3/B3 & A3/B4


Mobil 1 New Life 0W-40 has the following builder approvals:
MB-Approval 229.3
MB-Approval 229.5
OPEL Long Life Service Fill GM-LL-A-025
OPEL Diesel Service Fill GM-LL-B-025
BMW LONGLIFE OIL 01
VW 502 00
VW 505 00
PORSCHE A40

[Em135eye]

Can anyone explain oil ratings?

I'm using 0W 30 Castrol Edge on recommendation of my dealer - do I know what that means? No I don't. Except that it's flaming pricey.

[toxicnerve]

Originally Posted by 335diesel

Can anyone explain oil ratings?

I'm using 0W 30 Castrol Edge on recommendation of my dealer - do I know what that means? No I don't. Except that it's flaming pricey.

Google yields:

http://www.upmpg.com/tech_articles/motoroil_viscosity/

[Em135eye]

Errrmm - I think that clears it up - sort of!

[Em135eye]

TrackRat - okay I'm getting there now...! Cheers.