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Re: 'Oil Gelling' a.k.a. Sludge
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 2/26/2002

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I wouldn't use 10w40 in a lawnmower. I'v had two engines, one was an old bronco, mid 70's that had valve cover leaks. We removed one valve cover and wowie!!n There was this parafin mold under it--you ... Login to read more.