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Old Jan 15, 2026 | 09:52 PM
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I run 3 shops and auto parts guy showed me this oil, states has high zink content. Has anyone here heard any good or bad on this oil. Or has personally run this oil. Thank you in advance
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Old Jan 16, 2026 | 08:14 AM
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High zinc is somewhat irrelevant now. The newer motor oils (e.g., API SN/SP) use other additives that are just as effective as zinc in preventing wear in high load locations. I stopped looking for high ZDDP content oil for my XJ years ago.

If you are running repair shops and want to provide your customers with a good quality oil that isn't too expensive, look at some of the tests on YT. The Motor Oil Geek has some great videos on some newer motor oils.
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Old Jan 16, 2026 | 07:33 PM
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It's a solid oil, especially for older engines or high-mileage vehicles that benefit from higher zinc. In my shop, we've used it in classic cars and some performance builds with no issues. For modern daily drivers with catalytic converters, you might want to stick with a more current spec oil. But for the right application, it's good stuff. The parts guy isn't steering you wrong on that.
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