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Old 06-01-2004, 06:17 AM
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Hey Cuda and Donziman, txtaz here from Donzi.net. How ya doin?
I have used Amzoil in my cars for years and very happy with it. Between Dad and I we have 8 motors running with it. We use it in everything, motors, tranny's and diffs. We have noticed a big difference in engine and diff life. I plan on putting it in the Donzi as soon as I flush it very well with the normal stuff because of poor maintenance by the previous owner. Poodle sent 3 cases so I can change every 10 hours and an oil change kit (drain hose). After that I'm changing all fluids to syn. It's more expensive, but I think it's good insurance.
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Old 06-01-2004, 12:58 PM
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I had lower oil pressure when switching to synthetics figuring it was flowing better with less resistance and about the same temps. Is that criterion for using one over the other?
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Old 06-01-2004, 01:52 PM
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I've been told by every engine builder to run normal 20-50 for the first 50 hours or so to assure the rings seat properly. After that Synthetic is better if your that picky or running big temps and HP
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