Originally Posted By: jonny-b
Hi.
It is very interesting to see how well indoctrinated most Americans are, when it comes to dino vs syn.
Did you ever consider the fact that a phenomena called "sludge" is almost only present in America?
In Europe, where it is normal to use TRUE synthetic(group 4 & 5), and OCI of 10-20000 miles, sludge is almost non-excistent.
I don't rule out dino, but I just can not see the benefit of using a lower quality product(in most cases), unless you want to "use up" the engine, before your car rusts away.
That seem to be a frequently used excuse for not using synthetic oil.
Personally, I would like the engine to perform as it was new, the day I deliver it at the wrecker.
Isn't it better to drive a car that performs as intended?
Besides, an engine in good shape, consumes less gas(and diesel), than a [censored] one.
But I guess you think the gas is cheap?
Am I missing something?
they don't have "sludge" in europe??.......................hmmmmmm......would they like some??