[DeTomaso] oil , zinc , ZF gear oil

[Dave Londry]

Boyd
I have a synthetic in the ZF as well, but not enough miles to make any 
claims about it.

For motor oil though, unless your engine has been rollerized (roller cam 
and lifters),
you need something with more than 1000 ppm of zinc. (zddp)
I use 15W50 Mobil1 (and that's the only Mobil that qualifies).
Many like diesel oils like Shell Rotella.
If your oil doesn't have the zinc in the first place,
 get it up to 1200-1500 ppm with an additive like Lucas.

dave



Asa Jay Laughton wrote:
> Based on feedback from some other synthetic users on this forum...
> I'm using Amsoil SVG 75w-90Synthetic EP Gear Lube.  Well... I will be 
> soon.  The ZF is currently out of the car and the oil is ready to go 
> in.  I'm looking forward to smooth shifting, positive traction and 
> superior lubrication.
>
> :)
>
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> boyd casey wrote:
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>> I went to my local auto parts store to buy 90 wt gear oil for the zf and
>> They only had multi weights 85- 145 and others no straight 90 weight. So do
>> I need to stick to the manual and get straight 90wt? also  They didn't have
>> any zinc additives for motor oil. What is the recommended weight and brand
>> oil for running a slightly modified 351 Cleveland engine and how much zinc
>> additive  and what brand should i use ( look for. )Boyd
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