Bugsy24
Active Member
- Jun 25, 2010
- 2,171
- Boat Info
- 2008 310 Sundancer
- Engines
- T-350 Mag,Br3's W/Axius
Thanks Dennis!
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Hey Shipmate,
I got it each year at Merten Marine...http://www.mertenmarine.com/servlet/StoreFront
Oil:
http://www.mertenmarine.com/servlet/the-359/MerCruiser-Full-Synthetic-Engine/Detail
HE filters as well...
http://www.mertenmarine.com/servlet/the-364/mercury-precision-mercruiser-oil/Detail
The synthetic-blend and regular dino oil are both 25-40. The full synthetic is 20-40. The only time that you HAVE to use the full synthetic is with a catalyzed engine... which I wouldn't think your 2008's would be? Other than that, you don't need to use the full synthetic or even any Mercury brand for warranty coverage (although you mentioned you're out of that, anyways). I'm not saying to use one over the other - just a common misconception that you have to use the best Merc stuff for warranty. But, do make sure you're at least using a good, FC-W rated oil.
As far as the pricing on the Merc stuff goes... well I don't really think it's anything like "price gouging" or even over charging. I think it just comes down to quantity sold. The more quantity that is sold, typically the lower the price - and there certainly isn't a large quantity of Merc oil being sold, especially when compared to the automotive side. Plus, Merc needs to make a profit and also the selling dealer so you have more "middleman" in the mix. In that case, it is what it is... but trust me, no one is getting rich from selling Merc oil.