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Old Oct 26, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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Anyone running synthetic actually see a mileage increase? If so, what oil/filter combo?
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Old Oct 26, 2009 | 10:14 PM
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i have used the castrol synthetic blend,never noticed any better mileage just longer times between changes
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Old Oct 26, 2009 | 11:06 PM
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I worked at Napa and Advanced Auto over the years. I used synthetic in my everyday driver and conventional in my race cars and off-roaders. The mileage increase is probable minimal less than a MPG. But I have seen on a dyno increases in horse power when synthetic fluids are used. I had a 5.o Mustang before that when changed motor, trans and gear fluids all to synthetic there was a 12hp increase. So its worth it if ur looking for power and motor life longevity its worth it. But if ur looking for MPG use conventional oil.
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 12:21 PM
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Syn is better, because you can use it in longer intervals.
so it pays for itself
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 08:40 AM
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the 4.0 runs best with high phosphorous oils.. i use castrol diesel 15w-40 and its given me the best results with my low-ish compression, oil control ring-leaking, blowby-prone, high miles motor.
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