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Re: Using 'Non-Recommended' oil.
Posted to Shop Management Forum on 11/11/2003

Hi Robert:

I'm pretty fussy lately about cars getting exactly what's recommended.

Motors have tolerances and the newer ones have tighter tolerances designed around thinner oils.

Most of the wear happens to a motor when started cold, oil that is too thick... Login to read more.