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Apr 29, 2003 | 04:28 PM

RRRex

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15W50??

I have a sick R motor with leaky rings. Motor still pulls strong but will need an overhaul eventually. Would switching to a 15W50 syn oil make my problem better, worse or make no difference what so ever??

Apr 29, 2003 | 04:33 PM

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Re: 15W50?? (RRRex)

piston rings im assuming...

i wouldnt waste cash on synthetic. but thats imo.

Apr 29, 2003 | 05:58 PM

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Re: 15W50?? (Soup ****)

But what about the thicker oil?

Apr 29, 2003 | 07:30 PM

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Re: 15W50?? (RRRex)

i have the same problem, and i've switched to 15-50 for a year and a half now and i don't burn nearly as i used to.

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