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moo... I think you car would benefit from the seafoam treatment with that many miles on it. Do searches on the topic and read about it... Even a 30K mile engine will burn up some carbon buildup. I think a thin oil like that would be easier for you to end up burning more oil from the worn out seals and such. I think the last time I got 10 40, or was it straight 40... I can't remember now. Thicker oil will also help quit the engine a little.
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Originally Posted by JL95AccorD
moo... I think you car would benefit from the seafoam treatment with that many miles on it. Do searches on the topic and read about it... Even a 30K mile engine will burn up some carbon buildup. I think a thin oil like that would be easier for you to end up burning more oil from the worn out seals and such. I think the last time I got 10 40, or was it straight 40... I can't remember now. Thicker oil will also help quit the engine a little.
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Wouldn't a heavier oil lubricate the parts better... and mean less engine wear, or an I wrong about that? I would think the newer car, with parts not broken in would need something lighter to make sure it gets through everywhere. That's what I think, someone correct me if I'm wrong.
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Originally Posted by JL95AccorD
Wouldn't a heavier oil lubricate the parts better... and mean less engine wear, or an I wrong about that? I would think the newer car, with parts not broken in would need something lighter to make sure it gets through everywhere. That's what I think, someone correct me if I'm wrong.
The car calls for 5w-30, and Id stick with that year round.
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I live in Miami, FL, so out here, low 60 would be considered cold and only happens once a year, exept this winter which I think we actually had 2 cold days. So would using a heavier oil in my conditions be bad?
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Originally Posted by JL95AccorD
Why do shops and auto part stores recommend something heavier for older cars?
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Originally Posted by JL95AccorD
Wouldn't a heavier oil lubricate the parts better... and mean less engine wear, or an I wrong about that? I would think the newer car, with parts not broken in would need something lighter to make sure it gets through everywhere. That's what I think, someone correct me if I'm wrong.
It's opposite of what you think.
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so since i put that 10-40w is it ok , or should i change oil TOMORROW...to 5-20w...... and YEA'll THINK that SEAFOAM is good to go towards, it wouldnt HARM my motor WHATSOEVER?????.....