Date:         Mon, 27 May 2013 00:49:14 -0400
Reply-To:     Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Engine Oil Question
Comments: To: Jim Ogul <jimogul70@GMAIL.COM>
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The Mobil 1, 15w-50 is one of the better oil choices out there. While it is
somewhat more expensive the extended life and wear protection is more than
worth the difference, especially if you use good filters (oil and air) to
keep it clean. If you go to a non-synthetic you should use a 20w-50 for most
weather conditions. The Mobil 1 15w-50 is a high ZDDP oil for older flat
tappet engines (if you believe in that need). For normal use oil testing has
shown that it is good for 7,500 mile drain intervals.

Dennis



-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Jim Ogul
Sent: Sunday, May 26, 2013 3:14 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Engine Oil Question

My 85 Westy came with Mobil 1 in it.  Should I stay with Mobil 1?  is this
overkill?  Are there better alternatives?

Jim
Urbana, MD
85 Westy