posted 07-10-2006 01:50 PM ET (US)
Taking a look at the FAQ's on the Tohatsu site, this is the first time I've ever seen a list of "approved" brand names other than engine manufacturer brand. I've also heard that Pennzoil private labels some manufacture's oil.
Here are their recommendations:TLDI outboards should only be run using TCW3 oil specifically formulated for use in Direct Injection motors. Standard TCW3 oil is not recommended for use in TLDI outboards. The following oils have been tested by our factory and certified for use in TLDI motors:
Tohatsu Premium Oil
Nissan Marine Premium Oil
Pennzoil Complete Marine Synthetic
Pennzoil Semi-Synthetic Outboard Oil
Mercury Optimax/DFI Oil
Yamaha Yamalube 2-M Semi-Synthetic Injector Oil
Bombardier RAM Ficht Oil
The above oil brands are currently the only brands that have been tested and approved by our factory for use in TLDI systems. Brand names listed are trademarked by their respective owners.