The Oil Thread
Posted: May 2nd, 2008, 5:48 am
Since my rebuild is nearing its end and I really don't want to do it again because of improper oil selection...The Oil Thread is born.
I've got the crankcase full of Delo400 15w40 for the initial start-up and enough to change the oil after that but am still a little unsure of which oil to use for the long haul.
Joe Gibbs Racing Oil is loaded with zinc, but it's a bit pricey.
Diesel oil with ZDDP? I used to use rotella but no more ZDDP, Stick with Delo?
Standard dino oil with an additive like MOA? FWIW, BG MOA runs about $9 a can.
Synthetic isn't an option, seen to many manufactures of aftermarket components recommend staying away from it.
So what to use?
I've got the crankcase full of Delo400 15w40 for the initial start-up and enough to change the oil after that but am still a little unsure of which oil to use for the long haul.
Joe Gibbs Racing Oil is loaded with zinc, but it's a bit pricey.
Diesel oil with ZDDP? I used to use rotella but no more ZDDP, Stick with Delo?

Standard dino oil with an additive like MOA? FWIW, BG MOA runs about $9 a can.
Synthetic isn't an option, seen to many manufactures of aftermarket components recommend staying away from it.
So what to use?