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Old 11-13-2018, 02:02 PM
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I just ordered 4 quarts of Kendall 20W50. Anyone use this before? Opinions?

 
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Old 11-13-2018, 02:06 PM
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Yes, I've been running it since I installed my big-bore kit. Fuel Moto recommended it. I'm staying with it due to the superior ad-pack of phosphorous and zinc. I wouldn't run the synthetic, though. The "Competition" version is regular dino oil and what I choose to run.
 
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Old 11-13-2018, 02:10 PM
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What the heck is liquid titanium? And why is that good for motor protection?

Edit: From the 100s of posts on oil, the general theme seems to be: Those that use a top tier oil, and change it per the recommended schedule have never had an oil related failure.

And, oh yeah...



 

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Originally Posted by TriGeezer
What the heck is liquid titanium? And why is that good for motor protection?

Edit: From the 100s of posts on oil, the general theme seems to be: Those that use a top tier oil, and change it per the recommended schedule have never had an oil related failure.

And, oh yeah...



He didn't ask "what's the best oil?" He asked for an opinion on this specific oil. Not the same thing; cut him a break.
 
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Old 11-13-2018, 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by strych9
He didn't ask "what's the best oil?" He asked for an opinion on this specific oil. Not the same thing; cut him a break.
But, at least I gave him some valuable feedback...🤪
 
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Your feedback was not necessary, nor your sarcasm.
 
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Old 11-13-2018, 04:18 PM
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Your feedback was not necessary, nor your sarcasm.
Actually the feedback was appropriate. What the heck is liquid Titanium?
 
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Originally Posted by TriGeezer
Edit: From the 100s of posts on oil, the general theme seems to be: Those that use a top tier oil, and change it per the recommended schedule have never had an oil related failure.


I have been working on engines of every description for over 35 years...and I have never seen an oil related failure ever with any kind of oil...top tier or the cheapest crap they make...I have seen many lack of oil related failures...
 
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I've used this stuff for years in my shovel (SAE50) and now in my Twin Cam 20W-50 and it performs well.
 
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Just went to this same Kendall product from Spectro 25w60. First impressions are just as good. Bike seems to be as quiet and as a bonus, it cost less. Win win.

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