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Old 04-19-2004, 11:35 AM
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I wouldn't advise changing oil viscosity based on mileage either. Americans still insist on paying a premium for low mileage cars, when in fact the engine is probably shot from putzing around town. Short distance driving is considered severe operating conditions. If you don't believe me, look in the little book that came in the car's glove box. Diesels suffer the worst, because of the high compression. I bought my 83 wagon dirt cheap with 225K on the clock. I just changed the oil at 335K and use the same 20/50 I've always used. Oil pressure normal, fires right up on cold mournings, and no oil usage except for those pesky leaks. I've done the cooler lines and filter housing gasket. I just can't see pulling the pump to change that gasket.

Peter
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