Markbo Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I have read and re-read and searched and read some more. There is just a lot of repeated information that I believe is confusing. I know it is to me! Rotella has several different automobile products: t (Triple T or Triple Proection) T5 Semi-synthetic and T6 full synthetic. Now this is not a full and complete list, but shot for the 5W-40 diesel oils. Which ONE is recommended. I have seen every one mentioned many times and never a single clarification by someone after saying - you mean T6 or you meant TTT or whatever. So is the recommended Rotella the full synthetic or the Dino oil? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nouse4aname Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 T6 [ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005CHT4W6/ref=oh_details_o01_s02_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1]Rotella (550019921) T6 5W-40 Full Synthetic Motor Oil API CJ-4 - 1 Gallon : Amazon.com : Automotive[/ame] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 T6. Never saw the TTT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markbo Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 Thank you... I thought that would be the case, but using something as odd as diesel oil I wanted to make 100% sure before I messed up. $21.50 @ Walmart. Gotta find that coupon from Shell. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdelker Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Wow, delivered to my door at the same price I can get it at walmart? Impressive amazon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdubs Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 There may be different versions of Rotella, but only the T6 is 5-40. Its also the only FULL synthetic they offer. Walmart has been the best buy lately. A couple months ago they had a $5 rebate on their bottles, so I snagged a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nouse4aname Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Over the holidays the Amazon deal was even better. $19.86 each plus the $5 mail in rebate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zanzabar Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Thank you... I thought that would be the case, but using something as odd as diesel oil I wanted to make 100% sure before I messed up. $21.50 @ Walmart. Gotta find that coupon from Shell. Thanks! it is diesel approved not diesel only. it is speced for diesel and gas but you cannot have gas only oil with enough zinc/phosphorus for the EJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Read the sticky about oil at the top of this forum. I used to use rotella 15w-40 during the summer months back in 2005 to 2012, I would use what ever dino oil was on sale at walmart, i.e. Mobil 5000, Exxon, Shell, Texaco, for the first 154,000 miles, never had a bearing or wear issue. Oh yea, used Fram filters too. After the ej257 was installed I'm now on Amsoil European 5W-40 full SAPS and their filter, with a 7000 mile OCI. My vf52 started out with the dino oil for it's first 12,000 miles. Again my DD's are 32 miles one way. The wagon is headed back to VT after work today like most winter weekends. These cars like to be driven for long distances, IMO short drives and being on the stock map is what kills them. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialB Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Call me crazy but I'm running TTT 15w40 right now. its a little noisey valvetrain wise until it warms up. Just sent a sample of it to blackstone labs to see what they come up with. Its when I use this stuff that I don't burn as much oil as 5w30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markbo Posted January 31, 2014 Author Share Posted January 31, 2014 Is there a current $5 coupon? The only I found expired 10/31/13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Call me crazy but I'm running TTT 15w40 right now. its a little noisey valvetrain wise until it warms up. Just sent a sample of it to blackstone labs to see what they come up with. Its when I use this stuff that I don't burn as much oil as 5w30 Ok, your crazy. A 15w is not the best oil for this time year. But in the biggier picture, as long as your engine isn't to noisy on start up...you should be ok. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdubs Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I ran 15w in my n/a 2.2's, including one that went to 250k without issue. I'm not sure I would run it in a boosted vehicle in the winter, but if your Blackstone test checks out, I don't see why not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTPpilot Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Rotella has a $5 rebate coming up for those who will be stocking up soon. http://www.rotella.com/promotions Picked up a jug at wallyworld and there was a little advertisement about this on the bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markbo Posted February 14, 2014 Author Share Posted February 14, 2014 I actually bought some at Auto Zone for the sale price. About the only thing I'd ever buy at Auto Zone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTPpilot Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 The cool thing about buying at AutoZone and Pep Boys is that you can do the rebate online. Anywhere else, you have to send in the rebate form via snail mail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFBeefcake Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Rotella has a $5 rebate coming up for those who will be stocking up soon. www.rotella.com/promotions Picked up a jug at wallyworld and there was a little advertisement about this on the bottle. I am not seeing the $5 rebate at that link. Is there a limit on how many rebates you can file? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGPKR Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 T6 5w40 is all I use now. I have used RP 5w40 in the past. Both very good oils. It's hard to pass up on Rotella with the cost savings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpydingo Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 From various readings RP isn't all what's it cracked up to be. Motul or Redline would be a better alternative to RP. For a DD T6 is king. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTPpilot Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 There is a limit of 2 Interesting, you are correct. Does not show on the website even though the paper I have clearly states it's there. Since the promotion does not start til March 1st, maybe it's not on the site til then....hhhmmmm.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serb Legacy GT Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Rotella T6 5w40 $21 at Walmart for a jug. Best price I have seen, cheaper than other's 'sale' price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffy2.5xt Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 same price at 21$ jug at carquest as well which was a suprise as they are usually pretty high on some stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Call me crazy but I'm running TTT 15w40 right now. its a little noisey valvetrain wise until it warms up. Just sent a sample of it to blackstone labs to see what they come up with. Its when I use this stuff that I don't burn as much oil as 5w30 Uh yeah, you're crazy. You shouldn't be running 15W with the weather we're having. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdubs Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 The $5 Mail in rebate stickers are back on the T6 jugs at WalMart. 21.36 for a jug, plus a $5 MIR is a pretty good deal. I grabbed a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFBeefcake Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 The $5 Mail in rebate stickers are back on the T6 jugs at WalMart. 21.36 for a jug, plus a $5 MIR is a pretty good deal. I grabbed a few. Did the rebate sticker say what the limit is on how many rebates one person can get? I did online order with in store pick up at the Wal-Mart's in Lisbon, CT it was only $19.99 for 1 gal container. I got 3 about a month ago. I just checked now and there listing it for $21.36. So, I guess they fixed the price bug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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