All oils get thinner at high temps. Synthetics' viscosities change *less* over
temperature change than conventionals.They also lubricate better. Under all
circumstances, full synthetics are better than blends, and blends are better
than conventionals. It's a question of $$$$.
Dr. Pat
P.S. Congrats on the new truck.
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>From: "Meseika, Raymond V [AMSTA-AR-QAA]" <meseika@pica.army.mil>
>To: "'dakota-truck@buffnet.net'" <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
>Subject: DML: RE: Re: Cam install & synthetics
>Date: Mon, Apr 12, 1999, 8:35 PM
>
> I used Mobil 1 5W-30 in my ex-Neon and when it got hot it was like
> water-thin. Couldn't imagine how it could lubricate anything. If your
> seals have loosened up a bit they may leak (I think they had that in their
> literature). For my Contour (F.O.R.D.) I've been using Mobil 1 10W-30 from
> the 5W-30 dino oil) with no decrease in mileage. If your considering towing
> in the summer you might want to consider the 15W-30 blend. The Midas
> (Northern NJ) shop I go to gives a free change every 5th or 6th change, for
> about $40 a change.
>
> Soon to be MOPAR MAN, Just waiting for my DAK to Arrive!
> Black Clearcoat on Mist Gray, CC, 4X4, SLT+, loaded. Got to get hands on a
> MOPAR Performance Catalog as I already want to make changes. The info you
> provide here is great. Keep it up!
>
> Ray Daddy Long Legs
>
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