While reading about the new Chevy R07 NASCAR engine, I ran across this article with some interesting oil info on page 3 of the article. Shell oil is a team sponsor of Richard Childress Racing.
http://www.superchevy.com/technical/engi...gine/index.html
This paragraph caught my eye;
"RCR uses 0w-30-weight oil without a restrictor plate, and 0w-20-weight during restrictor plate racing. A fresh filter and oil are always used before a Sunday race. The R07 engine contains six gallons of oil within the dry-sump system (two more quarts than the SB2). During break-in procedures, RCR uses Rotella T 10w30-weight oil for its high zinc content." (Quote from Rick Mann, Chief Engine Builder at RCR)
The article also states, "Special synthetic formulations are blended specifically for RCR according to feedback from the team on areas of concern. Main components within the blend include wear and friction modifiers. Formulations can be changed and ready within one week. RCR currently uses a synthetic blend containing 75-80 percent base stock."
Hope this isn't old news to everyone... I thought it pretty interesting!
http://www.superchevy.com/technical/engi...gine/index.html
This paragraph caught my eye;
"RCR uses 0w-30-weight oil without a restrictor plate, and 0w-20-weight during restrictor plate racing. A fresh filter and oil are always used before a Sunday race. The R07 engine contains six gallons of oil within the dry-sump system (two more quarts than the SB2). During break-in procedures, RCR uses Rotella T 10w30-weight oil for its high zinc content." (Quote from Rick Mann, Chief Engine Builder at RCR)
The article also states, "Special synthetic formulations are blended specifically for RCR according to feedback from the team on areas of concern. Main components within the blend include wear and friction modifiers. Formulations can be changed and ready within one week. RCR currently uses a synthetic blend containing 75-80 percent base stock."
Hope this isn't old news to everyone... I thought it pretty interesting!
