[POLL] What oil are you running??
06-26-2004, 09:01 AM
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[POLL] What oil are you running??
What brand and type of oil are you running in your C3...
Please add your choice if it's not in the poll yet...
Please add your choice if it's not in the poll yet...
06-26-2004, 09:14 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (Aflac)
I have always like valvoline....
I had Royal Purple in my engine when I ran 11.67
06-26-2004, 11:14 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (GrandSportC3)
What do I run???......
Whatever brand is on sale. All of the major brands and store brands meet the API standard, which is MUCH more stringent now than it was when my engine was new.
I change it so often that I really don't need a brand loyalty, and I personally don't see the point of paying big bucks for synthetics.
I don't have a new engine in my car that requires synthetic, not to mention the fact that synthetics tend to leak past the seals of older engines.
I save the $$$$ and put it towards other things.
Just my $.02
[Modified by shoptek, 12:22 PM 6/26/2004]
Whatever brand is on sale. All of the major brands and store brands meet the API standard, which is MUCH more stringent now than it was when my engine was new.
I change it so often that I really don't need a brand loyalty, and I personally don't see the point of paying big bucks for synthetics.
I don't have a new engine in my car that requires synthetic, not to mention the fact that synthetics tend to leak past the seals of older engines.
I save the $$$$ and put it towards other things.
Just my $.02
[Modified by shoptek, 12:22 PM 6/26/2004]
06-26-2004, 11:27 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (LOTAHP)
For those of you interested in oils and maintianance related products....check out this forum. http://theoildrop.server101.com/cgi/ultimatebb.cgi These guys are really into this stuff. They do UOA's on oils, tranny fluids, gear oils, etc.....do all sorts of testing on oil filters and air filters........test affectiveness of additives.....lots of other stuff. Very interesting forum..... 
[Modified by goinbroke, 10:31 AM 6/26/2004]
[Modified by goinbroke, 10:31 AM 6/26/2004]
06-26-2004, 12:08 PM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (shoptek)
Motor oil is motor oil it's not what brand it's when and how often you change it and a few other important maintenance items as well. Now before you all go off on me I will give an exception to High performance (non stock) engines that need a little extra bearing load protection than a standard oil can provide.
Just my .02 worth
06-26-2004, 12:32 PM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (shoptek)
Whatever brand is on sale. I change it so often that I really don't need a brand loyalty, and I personally don't see the point of paying big bucks for synthetics.
I don't have a new engine in my car that requires synthetic, not to mention the fact that synthetics tend to leak past the seals of older engines.
I save the $$$$ and put it towards other things.
Just my $.02
Mark, I tend to disagree. Changing your oil (I do not think) is the important factor. Not using the Vette very often is the thing and "initial start-up" is where the synthetic oil will plays a big part.
[Modified by shoptek, 11:30 AM 6/26/2004]
I don't have a new engine in my car that requires synthetic, not to mention the fact that synthetics tend to leak past the seals of older engines.
I save the $$$$ and put it towards other things.
Just my $.02
Mark, I tend to disagree. Changing your oil (I do not think) is the important factor. Not using the Vette very often is the thing and "initial start-up" is where the synthetic oil will plays a big part.
[Modified by shoptek, 11:30 AM 6/26/2004]
06-26-2004, 02:13 PM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (GrandSportC3)
Modern SL standards make it difficult if not impossible to buy a "bad" oil. I use Castrol 10W-40. That gives a wide range of viscosity for the cool to hot Canadian driving season (May to October).
06-26-2004, 06:32 PM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (GrandSportC3)
I use Kendal 10-30 because I get it for free. It comes in bulk so I have to pump it into 4 liter containers but the price is right.
06-26-2004, 09:03 PM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (Corz)
So, when did a brand oil make a difference?
Please, show dates; places and times.
Please, show dates; places and times.
06-26-2004, 09:17 PM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (norvalwilhelm)
I use Kendal 10-30 because I get it for free. It comes in bulk so I have to pump it into 4 liter containers but the price is right.
06-27-2004, 12:22 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (Aflac)
Kendal and Pennzoil have an extremely high parafin count.
06-27-2004, 12:24 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (GrandSportC3)
Dino oil until I put in a new engine. Now its Mobil 1 10w30. 
06-27-2004, 03:36 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (Rogue Wave)
I love the smell of burning Valvoline in the morning...I was the synthetic version...
06-27-2004, 09:39 AM
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Re: [POLL] What oil are you running?? (comp)
Mobil 1 in all 4 vehicles in various weights
2001 Toyota Sienna van-5w-30
1998 Cherokee-10w-30
73 Vette-10w-30
1986 Pont 6000-15w-50< high mileage loose motor, the heavier oil maintians better pressure by about 5-10 psi across the board.
2001 Toyota Sienna van-5w-30
1998 Cherokee-10w-30
73 Vette-10w-30
1986 Pont 6000-15w-50< high mileage loose motor, the heavier oil maintians better pressure by about 5-10 psi across the board.