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Jun 3, 2008 | 09:13 AM

snuffer

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mixing engine oil

I'm about to switch to synthetic oil, and I've got a concern about getting all of the dino oil out. Since I've got an oil cooler, there is about a 1/3 of a quart that stays in the system when I change oil. Will this be a problem with the two oils mixing in the system?

Thanks for any help!

Jun 3, 2008 | 09:15 AM

cHarley

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RE: mixing engine oil

Not a problem, they mix fine.

Jun 3, 2008 | 09:19 AM

Arizona

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RE: mixing engine oil

Nope, don't even worry about it...

Jun 3, 2008 | 10:11 AM

oldgeezer

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RE: mixing engine oil

I wouldn't sweat it.

Jun 3, 2008 | 10:33 AM

Gooseneck

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RE: mixing engine oil

They sell mixes off the shelf

Jun 3, 2008 | 11:06 AM

FastHoss

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RE: mixing engine oil

Ride on !

Jun 3, 2008 | 11:07 AM

Gaffy52

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RE: mixing engine oil

If it really bothers you you could always buy some flushing oil and run that through - but then it might mix with that - then you'll have the flush the flushing oil and where do you stop!

Sorry - just feeling flippant this afternoon. As the others say it really shouldn't be a problem especially if you drain the oil when its warm so it runs out easier.