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17-06-2022, 11:50 AM
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You would have seen the HX8 having a clearance sale. Been told it's a decent oil so picked up a few tubs. The labeling on the tubs were different, got them at different stores.
One has SL grading the other SN. Hmmmm When you read the back label, the SL tub mentions that it has been tested to SN specifications. Are they the same or different? Can you use / mix the two together?   
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17-06-2022, 11:58 AM
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According to car forums, mixing oils causes your vehicle to spontaneously flip on its roof and burst into flames.
Isn’t your recommended spec 5W-40? |
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 Oil cap 5w20 Ford Aust manual 10w30 Penrite spec finder 5w40 Car runs quietest on 5w20, but consumes more than I like. So compromise on 5w30. Anyhow, SL and SN much the same same?
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20-06-2022, 02:11 PM
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SN Introduced in October 2010
Introduced in October 2010 for 2011 and older vehicles, designed to provide improved high temperature deposit protection for pistons, more stringent sludge control, and seal compatibility. API SN with Resource Conserving matches ILSAC GF-5 by combining API SN performance with improved fuel economy, turbocharger protection, emission control system compatibility, and protection of engines operating on ethanol-containing fuels up to E85. SL 2001 Gasoline Engine Service Category SL was adopted to describe engine oils for use in 2001. It is for use in service typical of gasoline engines in present and earlier passenger cars, sports utility vehicles, vans and light trucks operating under vehicle manufacturers recommended maintenance procedures. Oils meeting API SL requirements have been tested according to the American Chemistry Council (ACC) Product Approval Code of Practice and may utilize the API Base Oil Interchange and Viscosity Grade Engine Testing Guidelines. They may be used where API Service Category SJ and earlier categories are recommended. |
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