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So Jestal have you taken into account relativity? As the FJR travels faster those chemical bonds will elongate, advantage synthetics! Kidding, love your posts.
when to switch to synthetic
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evil_henchman
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That was sarcasm.
:lol: Having blended millions of gallons I know full well that the same additive packages are used and more often than anybody would like to believe, the same finished product that goes into el cheapo conventional bottles goes into bottles marked "full synthetic" at your major retailers. And believe it or not they're not breaking any laws by doing so. On the outside chance that somebody like GM bust's 'em on a spec infraction they'll apologize, promise to not let those "accidents" happen again, and it's business as usual. Like I said, the major oil companies are the biggest crooks on the planet. If you're going to go synthetic, spend the bucks and get 'em somewhere besides Walmart.
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I'm sure you are getting tired but before you stop and rest read. I know you will just tell us all, that nothing said here is factual and don't believe what you read and we should just believe what you say but, try to have an open mind and you might just learn something. There is even more info out there if you would like me to direct you.
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DrQ
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Can you use the same synthetic for your car in your bike? Is there a different polymer lenth between these two and does it matter?
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Toecutter
What would DoG do?
DrQ
Active member
Just regular Mobil 1 synthetic. Costco will sell me a 6-pack for $28. The local dealer wants 12.99 per can of "motorcycle" Mobil 1. Is it really any different? I'll check the bin-o-facts.
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Toecutter
What would DoG do?
Yeah, and over time, the friction modifiers in the Costco stuff will undo the friction needed to make your clutch hook up. I use the Delo 400 15W40 from Costco, available for $9.00 a gallon last time I bought some, and may be cheaper now that oil prices are down a bit.
If you really must use synthetic, you really need the right kind. Mobil sells a grade without friction modifiers, I think it has a red cap on the bottle, and may be available from Wal-Mart.
The bin 'o facts, upon checking, doesn't seem to have the right oil info, like what grade is proper. Synthetic or not, I think it's CL-4.
It's just best to go and first do a search under the "Member" tab in the upper right area of each page, then find "Jestal" and read all his posts. You'll get an education about oil that will make you the envy and/or bane of all your gearhead buddies.
Bustanut joker
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Oh yeah Bob, Go ahead, keep stirin' the pot
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Bustanut joker
Well-known member
Ain't that the truth, though a coupla lowbrows blew through my back yard last night <_< 3 whole inch's of snow here an the locals are getting restless.Gotta do something during the winter. Not enough snow to ride my sled and sitting on the FJR in the basement making vroomm-vroom noises is not hacking it......
I get to set in the garage firing the feej and the rebel, yeah the doors are open so it's cold but, at least the neigbors don't think I'm nuts.... yet
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I was particularly interested in this statement;
And this;
And this;
These are just a few examples, there are more. It kind of makes me think that maybe, just maybe, their are a few other benefits to using synthetic oil in my FJR.
Here is some more good stuff that may be of some interest read
This is a book writen by Dave Mann a Detroit Michigan Lubrication Specialist & Truck/Automotive Engineer with 21 years industry engineering experience.
He made a very "bold" statement;
Now how do you think he might have come to that conclusion. "I DON'T KNOW" Maybe he just forgot to talk to you first.
Like I said before, the information is out there. All you need to do is look.
I too am tiring of your know it all misguided information. You are like a cult leader, with a great ability to sway people with bad information, remember “Jonestown"
You can carry on spreading your bad information and I am sure you will still have your followers. I just hope, out of all this crap, that the forum members learn to not take anyone’s (yours or mine) word for it and take a little time to research for themselves.
I am total done. I will not get on another oil thread, so have at it "continue to baffle us with BS. I will not listen or believe a word.
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DrQ
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Hey Hey... Looks like i'm headin to Wal Mart. . .Oh yeah Bob, Go ahead, keep stirin' the pot
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SkooterG
Purveyor of Crooked Facts
Dang, you are coming on pretty strong there warsw. Getting close to the "personal attack" threshhold that is prohibited in our forum guidelines. Take the emotion out of it. Nothing wrong with a good debate, but don't be getting all pissy.
Hmmm.....I love when folks make such bold statements. They usually turn out to be false bravado. Youse all just can't stay away! Tell you what, if you are serious, how about you pay me a dollar every time you violate your own manifesto?
charismaticmegafauna
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"When to switch to synthetic"? By the overwhelming preponderance of data presented in threads on this forum:....NEVER....
Am I reading what's been presented correctly -- never?
If so, what's the reasoning for GM mandating on some models (I think you've, jestal, mentioned, elsewhere -- e.g. new Corvette) use of synthetic (factory fill?) lubes?
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Bustanut joker
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SkooterG
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Bustanut joker
Well-known member
Yeah, but I'm feeling like Odot about now, a little macallans did the trick sure seems like friday now
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Rickster
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and so......
the consensus is?
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the consensus is?
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