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Re: Using 'Non-Recommended' oil.
Posted to Shop Management Forum on 11/12/2003 24 Replies

It makes it seem so simple, doesn't it?

But it is not. In this country oil specs come down to a vote by API members.....Then the auto manufacturer chooses which they want to use.

It always comes back to cost to manufacture, emissions, and CAFE standards. I... Login to read more.

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