Haha I knew that was coming. Set myself up for that one.
So I just called Red Line and they said that Pro Series is Group 3 and High Performance is Group 4/5. Are the “groups” really detectable? If I were to have engine issues would they be able to tell the difference between the two different oils?
Group 4/5 seems to be for really cold or really hot conditions I’m thinkin, so maybe the jump to Pro Series Group 3 would be identical to High Performance Series Group 4/5 based on the way I drive and where I live. That’s my logic and if that’s the case might go to that next time then.
I’m also under the lifetime warranty and never would wanna jeopardize that, but if this oil is as good as its hyped up to be, shouldn’t ever really have to bring the oil even in to question. From my experience so far I’ve noticed the effects instantly and am in love and won’t switch to anything else.
I do wonder if there’s noticeable difference we can detect if we switched to Pro Series. Wonder if the tick would come back? Haven’t heard any talk in regards to Pro Series.
Here’s the thing; if that Redline oil- even the stuff that’s not API certified, and in the 30 weight that most everyone around here who uses Redline uses, is just that good, then the chances of you having any kind of oil-related problem is probably going to be very slim to none.
But here’s the problem; you’re gonna have to keep detailed records and receipts of your oil changes and of the products you use. As far as whether or not having a stack of used oil analysis reports in your corner will help you in the event something catastrophic happens, I dunno but, you’re probly gonna put yourself in a pickle if they know what you’ve been using. They don’t wanna pay for your claim. They’re probably gonna try to find any possible reason they can to weasel out of it.
Engine failures can happen at any time for any reason. They’re most likely gonna blame the oil, in this case. Thankfully, we have laws set to protect us, making manufacturers required to
prove that your oil was the problem and, even if you stood a great chance at winning your case in a courtroom, you need to be aware of that because that’s what it’s most likely gonna come down to.
The other thing you need to keep in mind- once your factory warranty is completely gone and your MVP (MaxCare) warranty takes over, it’s strictly written in the contract that manufacturer recommendations need to be followed. And yes, as it’s been discussed, no where in that book does it say were required to run a 5w20, API certified, Chrysler spec oil, but does say they need to be followed. It says recommended- which is not the same as required but still, the warranty contract is saying what you have to do. Only Mopar parts must be used.
That’s up to you to take as you wish and if it all came down to it, hopefully you get a good lawyer that’s able to help you give the big[emoji1596]to FCA and make em fix your truck for the warranty that I know you probably paid a great deal for.
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