Date: Sun, 23 May 2004 15:44:28 +0200 From: "Henrik B." <saabnospamPAM_tdcadsl.dk> Subject: Re: I'm amazed at the difference, different oil makes.
"Johannes H Andersen" <johsnospamfitter_spam_gets_fried.com> skrev i en meddelelse news:40B09AF4.4A8D6813nospamfitter_spam_gets_fried.com... > > Carl Robson > > > (The poster formerly known as Skodapilot) > > > http://www.bouncing-czechs.com > > > > If theres a bit of wear on the engine a slightly thicker oil will cause no > > problems and often stop any leaks or losses that were apparant. > > But the oils have the same thickness when warm at operating temperatures > defined as 210F, this the grade 40 bit. Yes, this "story" about using a thicker oil isn't valid. Besides, if the engine is leaking oil, the you shouldn't worry about the oil, but be replacing the seals. Cheers!