[Chrysler300] Oil talk

["Bob Jasinski" <rpjasin@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I emailed Chevron this morning and got this response, thought the group
would benefit.  I have been using Delo by Chevron because my local Costco
store carries it.  It sounds like it has a bit more zinc (1300ppm) than
Rotella (1200 ppm).
 
Bob J


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From: Lube Tek Call Center [mailto:lubetek@xxxxxxxxxxx] 
Sent: Monday, April 28, 2008 9:33 AM
To: Bob Jasinski
Subject: RE: Best oil for 1961 Chrysler 300G


Thank you for your inquiry. Delo 400 LE 15W40 and 10W30 both have 1300 ppm
zinc and meet API classification SM, so they will both give adequate
protection for flat tappet cams.

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From: Bob Jasinski [mailto:rpjasin@xxxxxxxxxxx] 
Sent: Monday, April 28, 2008 11:53 AM
To: Lube Tek Call Center
Subject: Best oil for 1961 Chrysler 300G


I own a '61 Chrysler 300G with a high performance 413 with 2-4bbl carbs.  I
am concerned about the reduction in zinc in the new SM motor oils for gas
engines.  It is my understanding that diesel motor oils have continued to
offer higher zinc levels, and I am planning on switching to these types.  
 
What is the best Delo oil to use for gas engines?  I live in the San Fran
bay area and drive the car mostly in the summer and take it to Reno during
that time, never in the winter.  Discussions on my car club list server are
warning users to be aware of the low levels of zinc in SM oils and are
recommending adding a product to restore the zinc to the mix, with use of
diesel oils a good drop in replacement.
 
Thank you for your knowledgeable response.
 
Bob Jasinski
331 La Questa Dr.
Danville, CA 94526
925-831-9727 home
925-366-0035 cell
rpjasin@xxxxxxxxxxx
  


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