The only problem I have run into with switching to synthetis on higher
mileage engines is due to all the extra cleaning ingredients. On a
positive, yes, it will get your engine cleaner and cooler running. On the
downside, all the extra cleaning tends to remove the buildup that often
helps seal up the gaskets better. This means you may experience more oil
leaks at the valve covers, timing cover, front and rear main seals.
YMMV
TonyC
-----Original Message-----
From: thomas Mize <dakotasport94@hotmail.com>
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Date: Tuesday, December 18, 2001 11:48 PM
Subject: DML: Re: Synthetic oil question
>
>I totaly disagree with the last comment,that an engine with alot of miles
on
>it shouldnt be changed to synthetic,,,,,well,If a motor,reguardless of
>mileage,is in good shape...and doesnt burn alot of oil and has good
>compression. i see no problem with converting to
>Synthetic oils. they are cleaning agents,it helps clean all of the sludge
>out of the engine so the new oil can take its place in lubercating places
>once occupied with sludge.
>
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