Marine 4 cycle oil for automotive break-in oil??

[79sunrunner]

I was on a Triumph forum today, when I read a recommendation for Marine 4-cycle oil for breaking-in engines. His reasons were simple, marine engines are not subject to as much emission control as automotive oil, (I'm referring to ZDDP and high moly) Also, if this is true and/or a possible alternative oil for antique car engines, why hasn't this been mentioned much before by car magazines.

FYI I'm breaking in a Triumph 1500 engine. These engines prefer a thick oil. Most use GTX 20w/50, some use Pentrite 10w/60 and even straight 40 and 50 weights.

 

[79sunrunner]

I believe most marine oil are 25w/40, so it is in my range.

 

[simple_gifts]

You could use a break in additive.

http://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=121
http://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-product/motor-oil/racing/break-in-oil-%28sae-30%29/

If it 'so important' maybe they should be recommending a product specifically for breaking in engine

 

[spasm3]

Motorcycle oil has tons of zinc.

 

[2cool]

I am curious, what benefit would come from doing this?

 

[Justin251]

Originally Posted By: 2cool
I am curious, what benefit would come from doing this?


Easier to find the marine oil on sale or clearance probably.