Hey for all of you who are on the fence about using Synthetic, there is a compromise. Walmart carries Shell Rotela 5w-40 Synthetic (it is a group III+ basestock) for $12.84 per gallon. While it isn't quite as good as Mobil 1, for the price ($3.20 quart) it is a great deal. Should be good for all climates.
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