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Re: Oily Tidbit

To: ardunbill@webtv.net
Subject: Re: Oily Tidbit
From: Don Kerr <dkveuro@pop.flash.net>
Date: Mon, 01 May 2000 18:40:07 -0500
Yes, I've been running a VW T4 engine at 12 to 15 psi at 4000 plus for 3
years......Use 0W/30 Mobil. Temps been as high as 255 deg F at the case
oil sump.(Reytek gun)
timing is at 28 deg btdc.
comp is 6.25 to 1. With WOT it will continue to accelerate up to
injector cut out at 5500rpm. I am using this engine as a test bed to
destruction........still runnin'!!!!!!!DK.......
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ardunbill@webtv.net wrote:
> 
> Tom, thanks for those thoughts, sure a blown air-cooled engine and its
> oil are  going to be "stinkin' hot" in a very short time.  My guess is
> that Mobil 1 (5w-50?)  would be good, anybody else out there have any
> opinions?  Bill

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