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  1. dpa808
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    07-16-2012 11:15 PM #1
    Hey guys, I needed some advice on what motor oil would best suit my needs. I live in hawaii and have an '81 Rabbit with a 1.8l 16v running dual Mikuni 44mm phh carbs...pretty sure some cam work was done on it however unsure on the specifics. anyways any input will be greatly appreciated
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    07-17-2012 12:50 AM #2
    PentoSynth 5/40. Pretty much a safe bet right there.
    Tradition is the art of making the same mistake repeatedly, on purpose.

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    07-17-2012 07:59 PM #3
    Valvoline VR-1



    http://www.valvoline.com/products/br...ng-motor-oil/6
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    07-17-2012 10:42 PM #4
    Quote Originally Posted by dpa808 View Post
    Hey guys, I needed some advice on what motor oil would best suit my needs. I live in hawaii and have an '81 Rabbit with a 1.8l 16v running dual Mikuni 44mm phh carbs...pretty sure some cam work was done on it however unsure on the specifics. anyways any input will be greatly appreciated
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    07-18-2012 12:29 AM #5
    5w-40 didn't even exist when that engine was developed.
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    07-18-2012 01:02 AM #6
    Quote Originally Posted by BrutalDictator View Post
    5w-40 didn't even exist when that engine was developed.
    It will still live long on it.
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    07-18-2012 08:16 AM #7
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    It will still live long on it.
    in his mind audisquirt is always right, nobody else, including the manufactures, has a clue.
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    07-18-2012 08:25 AM #8
    Quote Originally Posted by gmikel View Post
    in his mind audisquirt is always right, nobody else, including the manufactures, has a clue.
    Tradition is the art of making the same mistake repeatedly, on purpose.

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    07-18-2012 08:00 PM #9
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    brutal whatever has been many names in the past and banned nearly as many times as you've posted. no slight to you
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