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Patman, I think you cleaned out all German Syntec in my area (GTA). I have tried several Walmarts that I went to previously only to find empty shelves where the good stuff once stood. Can you divulge your secret source? I promise not to buy more than 6 litres every 3 months...Your secret would...

I noticed that some racing oils (and others) don't have detergents. What would be the advantage of no detegents? Thank you

How does this oil perform in gasoline applications. I read somewhere that it is too high in detergents which interfere with optimum lubrication. Any thoughts would be appreciated. --Garry 01 Toyota 4Runner

I have been hearing that European oils are superior to NA oils. Following this logic, are oils from Agip up there (performance) along with German Castrol? --Garry

Excellent insight Patman. I will go with German Castrol as my oil of choice. Also, I find it interesting that many German automakers specify a 0w40 weight, yet the German Castrol is a 0w30 weight. Does this mean that it is intended for the NA market only? --Garry

Thank you both for your feedback. I get M1 0w40 from a distributor called NOCO. The German Castol can be found at a Wallmart off HWY 7. I heard that the 0w40 weight is the prefered choice in Europe where they are more concerned about engine protection than fuel economy. I would bw willing to...

Great Board!!! Which oil would be better for my Toyota 01 4Runner 3.4L V6. I live in Toronto, Canada (capital of SARS, West Nile, Mad Cow, etc...). The temperatures here are on the extreme side. Cold winters, hot and humid summers, a lot of stop and go traffic. Thank you in advance. --Garry