Re: RE: Re: Cam install & synthetics

From: mrdancer (mrdancer@camalott.com)
Date: Mon Apr 12 1999 - 19:38:22 EDT


>From what I understand, synthetics and dino oil have the same viscosity
(consistency) when hot; however, synth is runnier at cold temps.

'92 Dak CC 2wd 318 3.55
'84 GoldWing Interstate

----- Original Message -----
From: Meseika, Raymond
> 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
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: larry [mailto:darcyann@horizon.hit.net]
> Sent: Monday, April 12, 1999 3:27 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Re: Cam install & synthetics
>
>
> I believe all new Corvettes come from the factory with Mobil One if that
> helps any.....



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