From: Bjorn Brandstedt (super_deuce@hotmail.com)
Date: Fri Dec 17 2004 - 11:45:22 PST
I have been using 30W oil for years (Texaco Ursa), but noticed that Detroit
Diesel suggests using 15W-40 in all their 4-stroke engines. The pamphlet is
not dated, but couldn't be more than 5 years old. There is actually a notice
stating "Monograde oils should not be used in these engines regardless of
API Service Classification". I understand that they are not refering to the
Hercules multifuel engine, BUT since cranking speed is very important in
cold weather starting, I went ahead and changed to multigrade for this
season, at least.
I'll study your information.
Thanks,
Bjorn
>From: "Mil-Veh Co." <milveh@sbcglobal.net>
>To: "Military Vehicles Mailing List" <mil-veh@mil-veh.org>
>Subject: Re: [MV] Motor oils and cold weather trip
>Date: Fri, 17 Dec 2004 09:47:20 -0800 (PST)
>
>I know we've discussed this at great length before,
>however it is probably worth repeating for those new
>to the list or in case you missed before.
>
>The spread of multi-grade particularly in a diesel
>engine should generally NOT be far apart as in a 15-40
>grade Rotella or otherwise and I know a lot of you
>love your 15-40 oil, but please read on...
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