So I go to find out that the local oil change place (I can't change oil in my apartment complex...) is putting in Castrol GTX 10W-30 in the Vulcan.
I talked with a friend at Church who said he would do the oil and filter install for me for free.
I picked up a Wix oil filter, and was very impressed with it. Silicon anti-drain back valve, and it just felt solid. I also picked up good ol' Mobil 1 0W-20 since Ford now recommends 5W-20 in the Vulcan.
After draining the old oil (Do these oil change places using impact wrenches to put those darn oil plugs on? We used an air wrench at 40 PSI to get it off) and almost scalding my hand trying to get the stupid filter off (Note, one person working from the bottom, and one from the top on a COLD engine makes it very easy), I got the Mobil 1 in there, and started her up.
Instantly, the car sounded different. I never knew the somewhat valve clattery Vulcan could idle like a Duratec. It really was amazing how quieter my engine became with just a lighter weight synthetic. No leaks were detected, and it runs great. Also, the cold start will be safer since the oil is lighter and will coat the engine faster. Who would have thought oil could do so much?
With the new Goodyears all around the car, and the Pioneer system I just got in, I think I can finally say I prefer driving the Taurus over the Explorer.
I am going to go check again for leaks, and I will keep you guys informed on how this combination works, and whether or not any oil is burned off. Total money spent: $28.75. Wix/Mobil 1 combination is great. I highly recommend it to Vulcaneers and Duratecies.

I talked with a friend at Church who said he would do the oil and filter install for me for free.

After draining the old oil (Do these oil change places using impact wrenches to put those darn oil plugs on? We used an air wrench at 40 PSI to get it off) and almost scalding my hand trying to get the stupid filter off (Note, one person working from the bottom, and one from the top on a COLD engine makes it very easy), I got the Mobil 1 in there, and started her up.
Instantly, the car sounded different. I never knew the somewhat valve clattery Vulcan could idle like a Duratec. It really was amazing how quieter my engine became with just a lighter weight synthetic. No leaks were detected, and it runs great. Also, the cold start will be safer since the oil is lighter and will coat the engine faster. Who would have thought oil could do so much?
With the new Goodyears all around the car, and the Pioneer system I just got in, I think I can finally say I prefer driving the Taurus over the Explorer.


I am going to go check again for leaks, and I will keep you guys informed on how this combination works, and whether or not any oil is burned off. Total money spent: $28.75. Wix/Mobil 1 combination is great. I highly recommend it to Vulcaneers and Duratecies.