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Date:         Thu, 5 Jan 95 12:55:16 PST
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From:         Steve Johnson <sjohnson@pcocd2.intel.com>
Subject:      Re: Synthetic Oil (?)

So Thom Fitzpatrick says: > > OK, > > I don't know if I really want to open this can 'o worms again, but now > that I have a _new_ motor in my bus (the only thing used is the crank) > I wonder is a synthetic is a good or bad idea. I also have the doghouse > cooling setup, for what its worth. I'm also considering a deeper sump setup. > I am not considering a filter setup, though. >

I wouldn't do it. I spoke to a guy that worked at Victory Auto Parts and he was a real fanatic about his Type II with Type IV engine. He said that he hated leaks and had his engine leak free until he used a synthetic oil. Said it leaked like a sieve. I'm sure the engine runs smoother, but I hate oil leaks too and will not risk it.

Steven

sjohnson@pcocd2.intel.com


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