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Old Jul 1, 2007 | 10:23 PM
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Any one using shell Rotella T HD in Twin 88 eng. or primary
 
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Old Jul 2, 2007 | 06:23 AM
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No I am not but if it was the correct weight I would. I use it in my CBR and my pick-up truck. I was using it in my wifes truck but I bought yer a new one and I haven't changed the oil yet in it. The syn 5w-40 is good stuff just not heavy enough for Harley's in the Florida heat. JMHO
 
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Old Jul 2, 2007 | 08:44 AM
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Rotella T is a great oil. The synthetic has numerous certifications and endorsements. If fact, the Vavoline Premium Blue and your Rotella T (both synthetic and dino) are at the top when it comes to recommendations and endorsements from manufactures. I have been considering it for my cummins, but for my Harley, like Capt.Bob, said it is the wrong weight for an air cooled big twin.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2007 | 09:21 AM
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Would this not be better posted in th oil section.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2007 | 09:26 AM
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Rotella T is good oil- I'd use it without reservation...
 
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