RE: Oil & zinc

[Dave Walters <whdavid@xxxxxxxxx>]

Gary H. wrote:
> 
> We had a discussion here a while ago on break-in oil. The most recent 
> Mopar Enthusiast magazine has an article on oil in general. The article 
> says to always use oil with zinc for our old cars, not just to break in 
> the engine. 
> 

Good article,Gary.I'll keep my eye out for the service rating change. 

Also couldn't agree more with Earl.I run Mobil Delvac 1 full synthetic 
in my truck and cars after the 500 mile break-in.The truck goes 10K 
miles between changes.I also add EOS to the Delvac 1 in the car's 
engine.I've never had a cam or oil related failure.

The need for a heavy zinc pack has decreased over the years as more 
newer engines have gone to roller cams.Diesel oils were always a safe 
bet when looking for the maximum protection,but couldn't be used in cars 
with cats.And as Earl said GM EOS is still available.BG products still 
has a zinc additive as well. 

  Dave Walters
  Denver, Co.

  


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