RE: lubricants

["Brian Shorey" <bshorey@xxxxxxxxx>]

> I've been using a Valvoline NON-SYNTHETIC lube oil called
> "20-W-50-RACING OIL". In my 71 spider for many years. Have tried 
> some synthetics including Mobil, the Racing oil blend, in my 
> estimate the Racing Oil is
> far superior. AT temperature, you floor it and you can't hear 
> engine clatter
> of any sort, plus it doesn't hurt seals
> 
> also have found a supply of "ATE Blue" brake fluid at a VW 
> supplier here in Ottawa Canada. 
> Haven't had any of this since about 84. Now have Solid pedals 
> and absolutely no brake fade! 
>  
> any one else use these or have comments?

I'm no expert, but I have heard that using pure racing oil in a street
car is a no-no.  Something to do with lack of additives that come in
handy when an engine isn't destined to be rebuilt every 500 - 1000 miles
or so.

I'd be interested in others comments.

I'm still a big fan of Mobil 1..

bs
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