Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 11:47 AM
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Which oil would you recomend i use on my 96 t5 with 160k on the clock???
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 08:03 PM
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personal choice.
In a turbo i would run synthetic for its better temp protection for the turbo bearing.

Actually, I do. gf has turbo desiel, i run mobil 1 in it.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 05:58 AM
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Originally Posted by ShaginWagon
personal choice.
In a turbo i would run synthetic for its better temp protection for the turbo bearing.

Actually, I do. gf has turbo desiel, i run mobil 1 in it.
I use synthetic Mobil 1 High Mileage 10-30W.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 07:10 AM
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Sounds like you are already using a good oil! I wouldn't change then..I run Castrol 5-30 synthetic on my 850 Glt.
 
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