going to full synthetic
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RE: going to full synthetic
Amsoil reccommends you use a flush if over 16,000 miles or so before converting over to synthetic.There are no problems converting over unless there was a problem to begin with.
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RE: going to full synthetic
ORIGINAL: dog155
Amsoil reccommends you use a flush if over 16,000 miles or so before converting over to synthetic.There are no problems converting over unless there was a problem to begin with.
Amsoil reccommends you use a flush if over 16,000 miles or so before converting over to synthetic.There are no problems converting over unless there was a problem to begin with.
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Never mind. I went to their web site and found what I needed.
http://www.amsoil.com/frequent.aspx#changeoil
There are no special requirements; however, in older vehicles or those with high mileage, it may be advisable to use AMSOIL Engine Flush first. This will ensure that the engine is clean and free of any accumulated contaminants which might have an effect on the service life of AMSOIL Motor Oils.
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RE: going to full synthetic
ORIGINAL: dog155
Amsoil reccommends you use a flush if over 16,000 miles or so before converting over to synthetic.There are no problems converting over unless there was a problem to begin with.
Amsoil reccommends you use a flush if over 16,000 miles or so before converting over to synthetic.There are no problems converting over unless there was a problem to begin with.
I was told by a Amsoil dealer that it's not necessary with Motorcycles to use their flush. He told me it's just for Cars & Trucks. So I didn't use it when I switched to Amsoil from syn3.....
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RE: going to full synthetic
Run mobil 1 in all 3. 75-90 in the trans.
When changing oil in the autos I was told you don't want to switch from coventional if you have a good amount of miles on the vehicle. It might not be that way anymore.
When changing oil in the autos I was told you don't want to switch from coventional if you have a good amount of miles on the vehicle. It might not be that way anymore.
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RE: going to full synthetic
No problem with synthetic in the tranny or the motor...if fact go for it. I currently have Redline in both holes, Mobil 1 previous... and feel Amzoil is also very good. In the primary... I am a hold out and stay with HD Forumla +... I do feel that clutche plates do not do well with full synthetic.... I want my clutch plates to HOLD not slip...
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RE: going to full synthetic
ORIGINAL: brewdog
Under warrantyso I need to run HD.
Under warrantyso I need to run HD.
Had to have a seal replaced on my tranny.Have been using Redline Heavy Shockproof.The dealer replaced the shift shaft seal under warranty!
They could have tried to deny the work because of the Redline right?But that was not the case.