Re: lubricants

["Dean W. Cains" <dwc@xxxxxx>]

Hi Brian:

I brought up the same question about that "racing" oil post, maybe 2-3 
weeks ago.  But, I additionally wondered if the Valvoline "Racing" oil 
isn't just the same oil labeled "racing" to sell better, or to justify 
additional cost.  My guess is that both are true, especially is the oil 
bottle contains an API rating.  I have always heard, as have you, that real 
racing oil isn't made for long-term street usage, for the same reason you 
mentioned.  Whatever the case, if the oil is API rated, it's OK for a 
street car.  FWIW, I've been using the Mobil 1 since the late 70's.

Regards,

Dean


At 04:44 PM 8/2/2003, you wrote:

> Date: Sat, 2 Aug 2003 00:14:22 -0400
> From: "Brian Shorey" <bshorey@domain.elided>
> Subject: RE: lubricants
>
> > 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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