In a message dated 97-05-26 09:45:17 EDT, you write:
<< And the corollary
question, to all: why would anyone want to use something other than what
the factory recommended? (Engine oil) >>
Good question. The only reason I started using 10w30 is that when I
purchased my first LBC, someone told me to use the same oil that is used in
the crankcase. Well it just so happened that I had an oil can (pump type)
that I keep in my cabinet in the garage. I've always kept 10w30 in it for
oiling lawnmower parts etc... I started out using the 10w30 and haven't had
any problems with my carbs, so why switch.
I did try Marvel Mystery Oil once, as an experiment. It worked fine but I
tended to lose more oil with the lighter Marvel Mystery Oil so I went back to
the 10w30 which I only have to top off once every 4 weeks or so, instead of
every 2 weeks or so with the Mystery oil. I'm not sure how much different
the 20 weight vs the 10w30 is. Maybe not much.
Scott
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