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Old 07-24-2012, 02:30 AM
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Can i run 10w-40 for a ls1 with a ms3 cam???

Any one think there is a better choice, i dont want any oil pressure issues

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I run mobile 1 5w30 with zinc additive
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appreciate the info, would 10-40 be a bad choice though?
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The builder/sponsor I use uses mobile1 0w40. He swears by it. Thats whats in my head cam car now.
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i dont see a problem running 10w-40 just make sure its mobil1
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^^^ lol i bought royal purple......
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I threw 40w Mobil 1 down my engines throat, oil pressure is perfect. Had some qts left over from doing my dads viper so decided to use it after my swap.
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