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Old 11-09-2012, 03:39 PM
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RP is not real synthetic. It's a blend as are a lot of "syn-something" oils. Now Red Line Oil -- is real synthetic oil engineered with one purpose in mind: High Performance engines. Amsoil is another true synthetic as is Mobil 1

The people at Red Line Oil are big supporters of pro-touring including as the oil of choice on Stielow's cars over the years.

I've taken Red Line Oil's advice and moved towards lighter viscosity oils, knowing that they bring the engine protection, so I might as well free up some power. The added protection has probably saved us an engine or two.
I run Redline! Except the diff.

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Mobil 1 Synthetic
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For years it was Valvoline...Now it is Brad Penn.
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I run Redline! Except the diff.

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How about the diff Mark?
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How about the diff Mark?


I know you asked Mark - but Diffs should never run synthetics -- believe it or not -- they're TOO SLIPPERY!

Sounds crazy doesn't it? But if you ask Detroit or any of the other diff guys - they'll tell you DO NOT RUN SYNTHETIC.
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I ran Brad Penn until I road raced and changed over to Red Line due to it being a full synthetic. Either are great until you get into the 250 range in oil temp then the full syn is key. My engine builder has experience with engines run and inspected with both. They are both capable of little wear.
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I know you asked Mark - but Diffs should never run synthetics -- believe it or not -- they're TOO SLIPPERY!

Sounds crazy doesn't it? But if you ask Detroit or any of the other diff guys - they'll tell you DO NOT RUN SYNTHETIC.
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I know you asked Mark - but Diffs should never run synthetics -- believe it or not -- they're TOO SLIPPERY!

Sounds crazy doesn't it? But if you ask Detroit or any of the other diff guys - they'll tell you DO NOT RUN SYNTHETIC.
I've heard this before and I'm guessing... Because of the clutches in a Posi unit? WE run Syn with our spooled rears and never an issue
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Not many clutches in a true trac.
Good point, I never delt with those. Way back when I was young... It was beefed up GM or Moroso posi units.. Tells you how long it's been since I've had a street car
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