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Old 05-10-08, 02:05 PM   #15
FredTJ
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Originally Posted by beno View Post
Every 4/5/6 cylinder diesel engine out there...(i.e., every VW TDI has 5w40 as the recommended weight).

Mmmm, last time I checked we were on the page regarding gasoline engines....

Diesels, clearance wise, running temperature wise, etc. are different (obviously).

Still note the 5w for the cold weight (again note many choices for 0w40). The oil flow characteristics are the same regardless of the type of engine




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