Using 5W-40 on Z's with no oil cooler

Originally Posted by Modshack Could be...The VVEL system is pretty complex.....I'd stick with factory recommended viscosities. older cars or newer, more simple cars it won't matter what grade you run

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Using 5W-40 on Z's with no oil cooler

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07-24-2010, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Could be...The VVEL system is pretty complex.....I'd stick with factory recommended viscosities.

older cars or newer, more simple cars it won't matter what grade you run for most intents and purposes, but with such a complex motor as this one and many others these days, I'd stick to factory specs.

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