In a message dated 96-03-05 11:47:26 EST, SW@smus.bc.ca (Shawn Wright) writes: > >Since we're due to leave for Calif in 6 weeks or so, I'd like to >change engine & trans oil to synthetic - I've got some 5w50 already >(& VW filters...), but have yet to find synthetic trans oil around >here (Victoria). I got some for my Jetta a few years back at the >dealer (they just pumped a few litres from a drum), but there must a >better source! 5-50 oil is not proper for this engine. Especially for extended hiway driving. I sugest Mobil1 15-50, or other equivalent, as it is a excelent replacement for 20-50 that vanagon engine calls for. Dennis.
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