What is the best oil for a Briggs 11 hp engine?

[Mike333 5]

Just picked up a 1984 GT 1100 and was wondering what is the best oil to run in it ?

 

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,512]

The specs will be in this file

 

Garry

[Mike333 5]

Thanks for helping out a noob Garry, I appreciate it.

[rmaynard 16,350]

If you have any trouble downloading or deciphering the list, the Briggs uses 30W SC, D, E, F or higher in temps above 40 degrees, or 10w-30 or 40 at temps from a range of 0 to 100, and 5w-20 or 30 a temperatures 20 degrees or below.

[rick 257]

10W30 synthetic works, and is approved for year round. Check w/ B&S website

[Fordiesel69 271]

With small engines, have you ever heard someone say I used X oil for 1500 hrs and the engine is shot, damn I wish I would have used X and it would have lasted longer. 

 

Never!!!

Engines die from low oil level, plugged fins, or lack of maint, and poor design (kohler courage).

 

SAE 30

SAE 10w30

SAE 15w-40 (Diesel Rated)

SAE 5w-40 (Diesel Synthetic)

 

My generator has to start cold and go to work right away, so I use 5w-40 synthetic.  My tractors can start, warm up a bit, and then go to work so they get 30 wt, or if I have extra 15w40 left over from my diesel that it didn't need.

[SousaKerry 503]

I use Shell Rotella T or T1, 30W in all my small engines but that is a personal preference.  Stay away from automotive grade oils try to stick to Heavyduty or Diesel oils, better additives for older engines.

 

Modern Automotive oils have been modified for emissions

[Mike333 5]

Just wanted to say thank you to everyone for helping out a noob!!!