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Old 05-14-2008, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by ILUVMILS View Post
You can use the 229.51 synthetic if you want to, but 229.5 is all you really need. The 229.51 is the recommended oil for the OM642 V-6 diesel engine. The 229.51 is needed to protect the diesel particulate filter from clogging up.
Yes, I know, but I like overkill when it comes to oil

Ever since running Delvac 1 in my old diesels, I know how well that stuff can scour a diesel motor; imagine how clean it can keep a gasser
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