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Old 09-18-2006, 03:18 AM
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Default Re: Oil... Can I go from synthetic to non-synthetic?

<< With all the talk of Rotella vs. other brand oils this question came up offline. >>

What talk are you referring to?

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Old 09-18-2006, 05:20 AM
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Default Re: Oil... Can I go from synthetic to non-synthetic?

The scoop seems to be that Rotella-T has the most zinc and other additives that are good for the engine. It seems that some of the other petroleum based oils removed some of these additives. Maybe because of the catalytic converters?
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Old 09-18-2006, 05:40 AM
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Default Re: Oil... Can I go from synthetic to non-synthetic?

With synthetic oil how often do you do oil changes
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Old 09-18-2006, 05:56 AM
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<< With synthetic oil how often do you do oil changes
Peter >>

Hi Peter. The vast majority of synthetic oils on the market only recommend standard drain intervals, i.e. the intervals recommended in the owners manual of a vehicle. Going further than what the oil manufacturer recommends can cause premature engine wear/damage. With AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil, recommended drain intervals are up to 35,000 miles. You can visit my web site below for more information.

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<< be careful of scammers >>

Indeed.

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With synthetic oil how often do you do oil changes
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Is the standard oil filter used?
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Yes, It is formulated for diesel engines but can be used for anything. The additives are important. I also believe with the old style engine assemblies (gaskets and so forth) they do have a tendency to find some leaks with the thinner synthetic oils on the street. Just an observation. I use Amsoil for my automatic trans, rear and transfer case on my pickup. Has 144,000 miles on it and never had a trans or rear problem. (changed every 50,000) I use conventional motor oil 10W40 and never had the motor apart, and never use an oil additive. Some engine builders recommend the Rotella because it still contains some of the additives that the other oils had but have since been removed. It may be important for the flat tappet cams, but not as much for the roller cams. So.....
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<< Is the standard oil filter used? >>

Hello Bart. AMSOIL Ea Oil Filters have a recommended change interval of 25,000 miles or one year, whichever comes first. Best on the market. You can get more information at my web site below. If you don't find what you need, please feel free to e-mail me and I will help you out. By the way, AMSOIL products are made in the USA! No Middle East foreign crude!

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Old 09-18-2006, 06:08 AM
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<< The scoop seems to be that Rotella-T has the most zinc and other additives that are good for the engine. It seems that some of the other petroleum based oils removed some of these additives. Maybe because of the catalytic converters? >>>

Rotella-T is an oil formulated for diesel engines.

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