The Delo is rated for gasoline and Diesel use. The additives that are needed for Diesel use to control acid and soot tend to be harmful to catalytic converters. That is why many of the newer oils that the latest gasoline specs (SL) are not suitable for Diesel use. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Mark Cumnock Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2004 10:28 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: can you use DELO 10W-40 in a Vanagon? i know it is for diesel motors ....can it be used on gas motors? I have 2 cases sitting around |
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