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Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-19-2005, 08:19 AM

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Engine oil grades

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Posted By Brian Carlton

Every time you start it, the condensation is...

Every time you start it, the condensation is boiled off. Must be some by-product.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-18-2005, 08:53 PM

Replies: 23

Engine oil grades

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Posted By Brian Carlton

What happens after six months? Does the oil...

What happens after six months? Does the oil somehow deteriorate while sitting in the crankcase?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-18-2005, 07:40 PM

Replies: 23

Engine oil grades

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Posted By Brian Carlton

Yep, the availability is spotty up in CT as well....

Yep, the availability is spotty up in CT as well. I've purchased it in advance when I find it. It's not worth $6.00 IMHO. But, for $4.00, I'll switch from Rotella syn.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-18-2005, 07:24 PM

Replies: 23

Engine oil grades

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Posted By Brian Carlton

$20.00 for 5 quarts at Wallys.;)

$20.00 for 5 quarts at Wallys.;)

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-18-2005, 07:08 PM

Replies: 23

Engine oil grades

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Posted By Brian Carlton

Don't worry about it. Use the 15W-40 and see how...

Don't worry about it. Use the 15W-40 and see how it starts. You might get into trouble below 20°F. but, then again, you might not. A top notch battery and starter will make all the difference.
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Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-18-2005, 06:08 PM

Replies: 23

Engine oil grades

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Posted By Brian Carlton

15W-40 is probably OK for those temperatures. ...

15W-40 is probably OK for those temperatures. However, if the engine has less then perfect compression or the valves need adjustment or the starter is not perfect, then you will get some starting...

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