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Re: 5W-30 verses 10W-30
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 4/13/2007 13 Replies

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You are correct as far as mechanical shear forces. But, the HTHS ASTM 4683 ans similar tests were specifically developed to address the hydostatic shearing that occurs in in bearings. it is caused by ... Login to read more.

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