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03-19-2006, 02:39 PM
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Shell Rotella T synthetic 5w-40?
Anyone here try this stuff? It's $14 a gallon at Walmart. I heard it has a higher zinc content which is bad for O2 sensors and plugs--but no hard data or feedback.
I would like to use Mobil 1, but all the stores stock only 30 weight.
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03-19-2006, 02:47 PM
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I haven't, still doing the norm...but you know, someone here may have...
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03-19-2006, 03:21 PM
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I have a mechanic friend who has used regular rotella to save more than a few gas engines. I'm using the synth in the land rover right now as it was the only stuff I coulg get in the right weight. No problems to report.
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03-20-2006, 07:01 AM
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I use regular Rotella in my Dodge truck with a Cummins diesel. As far as the regular Rotella, I believe it is formulated with special detergents for use in diesels which have a high sulfur content in the fuel. Probably not the best choice for gas powered vehicles. Not sure about the synthetic but I would bet it is the same. Recommend you read the label thoroughly for recommended uses.
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03-22-2006, 02:43 PM
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BTW it lists light trucks and cars w/gas engines as well.
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03-26-2006, 08:15 PM
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I think it was covered in another thread that 20W-50 is the only weight you want in a 3.2 Carrera.
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