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Old Jul 19, 2012 | 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by flamebluepearlyultra
so is amsoil worth using over fossil oils? i ran syn3 with no issues,mainly trying to lower engine temps, switched to amsoil and now after about 6 months, am noticing lifter clatter, have been told its the synthetic, too thin and gets squeezed out of the lifters when shut down?? any input?
I'm running Amsoil and Smith Brothers adjustable push rods, and I have almost zero valve train noise.
 
Old Jul 19, 2012 | 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by xwhyz1959
I'm running Amsoil and Smith Brothers adjustable push rods, and I have almost zero valve train noise.
I thought you were going to say something about cough drops...
 
Old Jul 19, 2012 | 05:57 PM
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My HD dealer is also an amsoil dealer.Amsoil was cheaper than syn.3 hd. Mobile one user the big twin Mobile can handle the heat better.
 
Old Jul 19, 2012 | 06:41 PM
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Just thought as a new member I'd point it out.
Not questionable at all.
 
 
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