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Old 11-07-2002 | 09:09 AM
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What oil is everyone using?

I am currently using Valvoline VR1 Racing 40wt in my SBC's
Does anyone have any better suggestions?
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Old 11-07-2002 | 10:52 AM
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Good as any if you don't want to run synthetic. It is a great choice fo regular oil,,, and yes use the staright 40 weight.
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Old 11-07-2002 | 01:18 PM
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ummmm...high zink content
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Old 11-07-2002 | 01:32 PM
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I run Kendell GT-1 40wt in mine 330hp. Charlie
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Old 11-07-2002 | 02:28 PM
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Mobile 1, 15W-50
Best bang for your Synthetic Buck.
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I used kendall racing oil at 1st must noticed a condensation problem. After using penzoil racing oil, that white crap went away after the 2nd oil change. The engine's been apart and the bearing were as brand new.
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Old 11-13-2002 | 05:43 PM
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I have been told that synthetic is to "slippery" if you are running a roller cam and lifters and will cause the lifters to not roll on the cam lobes. Anybody else been told this?
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Old 11-13-2002 | 06:43 PM
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Amsoil 10W40 Synthetic.
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Old 11-13-2002 | 07:37 PM
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Originally posted by Havasu Cig
I have been told that synthetic is to "slippery" if you are running a roller cam and lifters and will cause the lifters to not roll on the cam lobes. Anybody else been told this?
Yes! I have. I've been told by a couple of engine builders that synthetics are too slick when running a roller cam (solid or hydraulic). I don't really know how true that is though, however I do run a mineral based Valvoline straight 40wt oil that with my hydraulic rollers.
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Old 11-13-2002 | 08:03 PM
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Thrillseeker......I'm running the same, (Val Vr1 40wt), and so far I like it alot.
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