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Old 12-05-2010, 10:14 AM   #4
mrhino
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Re: Too old for sythentecic oil?

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Originally Posted by spike38 View Post
There are a lot of myths about using synthetic oils in older vehicles.
Mobile 1 has a whole site dedicated to these myths. But it all boils
down to, All vehicle benefit from using synthetics, Not to say there is
anything wrong with traditional oils. Just that synthetics last longer,
And keep your engine cleaner. If you think you have a lot of sludge
in your motor, I would change it a little sooner after switching over,
The first time ( it will clean your motor). Then use recommended times.

Spike
Agreed, the only thing I would say that would not make it suitable for a older engine is: If it leaks, or burns its fair share of oil.
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