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Old 21 June 2011 | 04:53 PM
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Hi , wonder if anyone could give me some advice as to what would be the best type of oil to put in a gc8 with 85k for track days,

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Old 21 June 2011 | 05:16 PM
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Millers CFS 10W50
Old 21 June 2011 | 05:34 PM
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I would use Silkolene Pro S 10-50. Have used it for years with no issue and for a dedicated track car would be tempted to use the Pro S 15-50
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Motul 300 15/50
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Thanks guys I will check them out
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One more thing , I was told running an old engine on fully synthetic oil might be bad for the engine if it's a bit worn , anyone know if this is true ?
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