[ketrab]

So I've been using ll01 0w-30 BMW branded oil since day1.

According to one article the LL17 "Replaces the LL-14 spec for N20, B38, B46, B48, and B58 engines. This appears to be a minor update to the LL-14 formula and designed for improved emissions."

Thoughts on this or should I just stay with 0w-30 ll01?

[Marty in NY]

Originally Posted by ketrab

So I've been using ll01 0w-30 BMW branded oil since day1.

According to one article the LL17 "Replaces the LL-14 spec for N20, B38, B46, B48, and B58 engines. This appears to be a minor update to the LL-14 formula and designed for improved emissions."

Thoughts on this or should I just stay with 0w-30 ll01?

Ya know, there's always something new or different coming out, that's what keeps the world turning. There's nothing wrong with what you've been using, for me, I'd stick with it.

[ketrab]

as always thanks Marty

[ga9213]

LL17 replaces LL14 as an update to reduce the LSPI that direct injection turbo vehicles encounter (similar to SN Plus)

(probably reduced calcium/sodium)

I would use this over LL14 personally. But that said, I'd also not fiddle with it and would be going with a 0w30 or 5w30 with the SN Plus/SP designation as they are way more readily available and cheaper.

[evilchargerfan]

for oil talk, the BITOG forums is the way to go

here is just 1 of many threads you may find helpful:

https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forum.../#post-1061057

[e30lover318i]

You should be running 0W20 the N55 calls for 0W30 and it’s much more expensive. If it helps I run pentosin 0W20 in my brother 16 F25 N20 and I run red line 0W30 in my 12 F25 N55, my distributor has a list of BMW approved oils I can post up if that helps.