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Re: Fluids etc

To: Aaron Sudds <asudds@mio.ten.fujitsu.com>
Subject: Re: Fluids etc
From: bmounce@impop.bellatlantic.net
Date: Tue, 26 Sep 2000 10:29:27 -0400
Aaron, how would you feel about using it after a rebuild?  Are the tolerances
adequate to keep it from getting past the rings and guides?  Bill

Aaron Sudds wrote:

> That is very true... I will use Mobile 1 AFTER I reseal my 911 engine this
> winter... for a low temp car like the Sunbeam I will continue with dino oil.
> The synt. oil has a MUCH lower viscosity all the time therefore will burn
> past the rings and valve guides faster in old engines and leaks past British
> seals quicker... Don't plan on switching if you exhibit these problems it
> will make the oil spot on the cement bigger and you will have to top up more
> often.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Tom Yang [mailto:TYang@compuserve.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2000 8:42 AM
> Cc: [unknown]
> Subject: Re: Fluids etc
>
> I've also heard synthetics can sometimes cause older engines to leak more
> past the seals. And at $$ a quart, do you still change the oil as often?
>
> Tom
>
> Message text written by "jumpin'jan"
> >bmounce@impop.bellatlantic.net wrote:
> > I may:  What is the consensus about using Mobil 1 or other syn oils in
> the
> > engine and gearbox?  Anyone try it?  Might it help the #s 2 and 3
> pistons?
> >
> > Thanks, Bill
>
> Bill,
>         I think my first choice would be Mobil 1 in the transmission first
> and
> if I have any money left, then in the engine. Also, Red line oil makes
> an excellent transmission oil that I would consider as well. I recommend
> staying away from the oil additives.
> Jan<




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