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fuel and oil

Discussion in 'Performance and Tuning' started by jomidema80, Jul 14, 2011.

  1. Jul 14, 2011 at 5:30 AM
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    jomidema80

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    what fuel type and oil is best for this vehicle? thinking about going synthetic. filled up tank once so far. used hi octane. should i continue using premium or would regular do the same job?
     
  2. Jul 14, 2011 at 5:36 AM
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    T-Rex266

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  3. Jul 14, 2011 at 5:36 AM
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    rex99

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    TnRedNeck721

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    on gas it dose not madder. i use 87 on my 4.0 trd OR 4x4 auto. SOME say they get better MPG with high oct and SOME say they get better MPG with 87. and oil i don’t think it madders ether! i’m do for oil change at like 29,8__ some or 29’9__ something so i MAY go over a few 100 and just wait till i get the full 30K service done.
     
  5. Jul 14, 2011 at 10:45 AM
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    TacoSupreem

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    i get slightly better mpg and performance with 93 (shell) Truck seems to be quieter to? not as loud of a tick. May just be in my head IDK. I use Amsoil, but a gallon of good ole mobile 1 synthetic from wally world is a good choice too. Just make sure NOT to use those fram filters from walmart. Go to Advance or somewhere and get a good filter. Like mobile 1 or K&N. They cost more but are better IMO.
     
  6. Jul 14, 2011 at 1:01 PM
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    skytower

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    Use whatever grade your owner's manual says for fuel and oil. I use amsoil, but any full synthetic is better than conventional.
     

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