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I've been using Valvoline VR1 20W50 racing oil in my Cosworth. A good choice? I'm told that pre-1980 engines benefit from high zinc oils.


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famco4
Apr 16

Thanks David. Several very knowledgeable mechanics I know have given me very similar information. They are not comfortable with full synthetics on pre-1980 engines. That's how I ended up using Valvoline VR1 20/50 in several of my cars. It's a high zinc oil, the only potential concern I have it is low (or maybe even no) detergent which I understand can lead to carbon buildup over time. I'm not going to start with a full synthetic on this car. I appreciate your input.


Gary

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