2003 Ford F-150 mobil 1 5w-30

73,000 MILES • 5.4L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RFBOWERS
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hello my truck calls for 5w-20 and I want to run mobil 1 5w-30 because of the high heat in s.c I know synthetic is thinner than regular oil but is this to thick for a super charged engine thanks.
Jul 1, 2014 at 4:38 AM
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synthetic oil is way better than regular mineral oil. you may see your heat reduce because of using it. jus tmore exspensive. it is normal to use just a little when first putting synthetic in a motor.
Jul 1, 2014 at 5:16 AM
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