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Old Feb 22, 2015 | 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by cruzomatic
Mobil 1 20w-50...works for me.

I've got that sittin on the shelf ...
 
Old Feb 22, 2015 | 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by dennyo
Hi Ken , Good One , Maybe Start a Thread.
I would like a primary oil to use..... choices... choices ... choices....
 
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Spectro H/D Primary Chaincase Oil.
 
Old Feb 22, 2015 | 01:46 PM
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Castrol 20-50. Same as in the crankcase
 
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I only use the best, it's a secret blend.
 
Old Feb 22, 2015 | 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Jonesee
Changed mine out yesterday.

Any brand basic 10w40

Getting the correct level in the primary is more important than brand or syn.
^ This. I run Castrol GTX 10w-40 or regular Valvoline 10w-40. Redline in the motor and tranny box.
 
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I only use the best, it's a secret blend.

.............. . Come on , I wont tell anybody .
 
Old Feb 22, 2015 | 02:09 PM
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I use Rev-Tech Primary Oil.
 
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Originally Posted by krwould
I would like to make potato chips... which oil is best????


Peanut oil, grapeseed oil or Canola oil..... So many choices.....
Coconut oil is the best for regular chips. Flavored chip, I don't know
 
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Originally Posted by Cobra1
Coconut oil is the best for regular chips. Flavored chip, I don't know
Hmmmm... more choices..... I will look into that....
 



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