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Deikis, John G John.Deikis at va.gov
Wed Dec 2 08:32:42 MST 2009


If SG is the highest spec shown, it's got appropriate amount of zinc and
phosphorus for flat tappet motors. There may be other specialty
additives for that particular application (ATVs), but I understand
"motorcycle oils", specifically those NOT claiming to meet any
energy-saving API spec, are suitable for older engines.

-JohnD



Date: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:14:50 GMT

From: "Mark Haynes" <haynes386 at netzero.net>

Subject: [Spridgets]  Flat Tappet oil, New Rislone oil

To: spridgets at autox.team.net

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Since the topic has come up again, I'll see what the list thinks. I was
looking at all of the oils specifications in Chuckleheads (Checkers) the
other week, and found that the 10w-40 oil for 4wheelers (ATVs) has an SG
spec, implying that it still has the (for us) needed amounts of ZDDP in
it. the price is commensurate with standard 10w-40 oils. Any inputs as
to its suitability? It sure would cost less than $100 a case.





Mark Haynes

HAN6L12779

HAN5L8016


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