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Old Jan 9, 2014 | 09:39 AM
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84 with 84k miles. I have been reading that I need oil with zink added.
With the miles and age of the car should I stick with 10w30 or go to a heavier weight oil?
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Old Jan 9, 2014 | 10:29 AM
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You are right about the zinc. Brad Penn and Joe Gibbs are two oils with increased zinc. Some owners will use additives. If you're not burning oil, 10-30 should be fine.
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Wait, we cant use just normal 10-30 synthetic in these cars? We need a zinc additive?
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Old Jan 9, 2014 | 10:47 AM
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Make your own decision:

http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2...older-engines/
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As far as I know, zinc is good in ALL engines due to its ability to hold lubrication on dead-spots, and fill them in before any wear takes place.

I will read that link now, thank you.
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I was thinking Mobile super 10w30
Looks like I can get it at wal mart for about $15/5qt
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