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Re: [T3] oil viscosities: was starting problem


> I really hate to see engines run with such heavy oil. It makes us feel better,
> but I think the engine is happier with the greater flow and quicker cold start
> lubrication that comes with more normal weights. I used to do this, too, but I
> gave it up years ago.

Jim, do you think that 20W-50 is too thick?  While I was stationed in Ohio,
I used straight 30, but here in Arizona it seems that 20W-50 is the best.
It is recommended in the owners manual for weather similar to what we
experience.  I hope I haven't hurt my cars using that oil!

Thanks,

-Yancy Everhart
'66 Squareback
'66 Sunroof Beetle 




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