oil for Optimax

[billvet6]

I just got a new 115 optimax and the dealer told me to use A Mercury optimax synthetic oil.That is ok,but what I wonder is if I am someplace and can't get the Mercury brand oil,what other oil can I use.Thanks

 

[JB]

Re: oil for Optimax

My guess would be that any oil specified for a DFI engine would work.<br /><br />There are several brands that are.

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: oil for Optimax

Are DFI oils made to a certain spec? I would assume that all DFI engines have a certain generic spec for their engines - which happens to be met by their own OEM oil, and that spec is available in other brands, printed on the label?

 

[butlp]

Re: oil for Optimax

billvet6,<br />I have the same motor on back order, how do you like it so far?<br />I was tempted to wait for the 115 e-tec but the summer would be over by the time I could take delivery!

 

[billvet6]

Re: oil for Optimax

so far I like it alot but haven't had it out much.<br />13 foot waves on Lake Michigan yesterday,and snow.The weather should start to improve I think,<br />then I can get out more.I traded in a Tracker with a 40 hrs Mercury for this one.The difference in the power is amazing.I like it.