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StirCrazy
Aug 22, 2022Moderator
Grit dog wrote:
And why would 5W40 be "recommended" but 15W40 cause engine damage.
But jsu tme talking....
thats a easy one, increased oil flow on start up when the oil is cold. tighter tolerences mean less free oil pooling in the berring as the engine drains down overnight, also makes it harder for the oil to flow through when thick. so basicly 5W40 will flow down to 5 degrees and 15W will flow down to 15 degrees, so even at 15 degrees the 5w will flow better providing a faster film on the berrings resulting in less startup dammage.
Steve
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