Hi, Guest
01-10-2011, 03:25 AM
(01-09-2011, 01:44 PM)NefCanuck Wrote:(01-07-2011, 08:25 AM)Mystake Wrote:(01-06-2011, 10:54 PM)NikiterZTS Wrote:(01-06-2011, 02:34 PM)Mystake Wrote: but synthetic does not break down over time.
It does but it takes longer
Then I stand corrected.
iirc, synthetic also doesn't thicken up the same way conventional does when cold?
Correct, better flow when cold and better protection in extreme heat conditions are some of the main benefits of running full synthetic oil.
NefCanuck
Are we talking about breaking down with use, or breaking down without the car being run much ... if the car is being started briefly then shut down, synthetic oil should keep its protective qualities for years and even the dino oil will be fine.
Having said that, when the car is started while you're away, make sure it is allowed to get up to full operating temp before it's shut down ... that will reduce the amount of condensation (water) that will accumulate in the engine and the exhaust.
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