Free oil link

[mr.utility at highstream.net (mr.utility@highstream.net)]

If I were you, I would stick with one type and not mix...  Some additives can 
actually counteract each other, which of course would not be what you want...  
As far as what to recommend????  Dunno, but whatever you choose, I recommend 
one brand, even if it is a blend, as it will not create a conflict...

David           fahrvegnugen

Quoting Dan Smith <sad_rocc@yahoo.com>:

> Ok, a lot of people have commented on stuff, but I haven't seen an answer to
> my question. First, Rotella T has a synthetic version and a regular version.
> 2nd, I understand the whole smaller molecule thing with synthetic, which is
> why I asked about combining a high mileage oil, which helps expand seals,
> with a synthetic and get a happy balance. Still wondering on that, I don't
> want to find out that I lose the qualities of both. The main reason I'm going
> synthetic is because it's $10 a gal of Rotella T and they make it in 10-30wt.
> Plus, the easier cold start thing. Also, I agree that the oils and additives
> is all part of the oil. Wheither the oil breaks down and the additives don't
> (or vice versa), I don't know and am not really concerned about that. So, I'm
> looking for cheap oil, easy starts in cold, low weight and something to keep
> my seals from not spewing oil, as I'm sure they will. Can I do half synth,
> half high mileage? Should I do full synth with some straight additive stuff?
> 
>  
> Dan
> 
> L F <rocco16v@netzero.net> wrote:
> Ah, my favorite subject, Dan.
> 1)  I use Rotella T in one of my older trucks (non-cat) and was surprised to
> see you describe it as a synthetic.
> 2) I have heard lots of old wives tales about synthetics/conventional/seals
> and don't believe a word of it.  My experience has been that switching back
> and forth will NOT create new leaks.
> 3)I use a 20/80 synthetic/conventional mix in the Scirocco.  Have for four
> years and have had no problems.  It's better (from what I've read) than
> straight conven, but not as good in a crisis as full synthetic.  Face it;
> synthetic is only an advantage if/when you have a near melt-down situation
> and your oil temp goes WAY up.  Otherwise, a quality conventional oil does
> just fine.  And don't be swayed by high-mileage claims for the synthetics;
> it's not the OIL that wears out, it's the additives.
>  
> Larry 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: Dan Smith 
> To: list 
> Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2003 11:30 AM
> Subject: Re: Free oil link
> 
> 
> Cool! Along these lines, I've heard the max life type oils are pretty much
> the only thing you can use once you put them in. I think it was because
> whatever softens and expands the seals needs to constantly be there and if
> you swap to a normal oil, the seals shrink way up. Anyone know if this is
> true? I use Castrol GTX High Milage, but would like to switch to a synthetic
> (Rotella T). I know I'll get some seepage just from using the synth stuff,
> but I don't want lots of leaks springing up. Could I use half and half or
> would that defeat the purpose of both oils?
>  
> Dan
> 
> Kervin Ridgley <kridgley@brownscar.com> wrote:
> http://www.valvoline.com/pages/rebates/rebate_details.asp?rebateid=9
> 
> I saw this in the MK1 vortex section
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