15W-40??? Isn't that problematic in DD 8-71s?
I have a yard with Hatteras experience saying they use 15W-40 in DD 8-71's. They say they never heard that DD should be Straight 40.
Should be Straight 40 with low ash, correct? Like Shell Rotella SAE 40 T1. Not 15W-40T4?
FYI- They also said 90 weight gear oil in the Alison.
I know that one is wrong.
Re: 15W-40??? Isn't that problematic in DD 8-71s?
jeez,.... this.... this right here.... this is why I have trust issues leaving other people to work on my boat.....
Places like this are the first to point the finger at the owner when something goes wrong too.
Re: 15W-40??? Isn't that problematic in DD 8-71s?
Me too!
Side note, looks like tractor supply has Rotella T1 SAE 40 Motor Oil, 1 gal for 15.95.
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Run away from these people!
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Yeah Phil I wouldn’t trust using 15w40 in my 871’s or a shop that recommended it.
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Wow!! That couldn't be more wrong. Those guys need to be educated.
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Probably what they had on hand.
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Or what was available at a higher margin.
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Originally Posted by
metama
Me too!
Side note, looks like tractor supply has Rotella T1 SAE 40 Motor Oil, 1 gal for 15.95.
NAPA will get it for you in a few hours and has a lowest price guarantee. I can't remember exactly, but think it was about $140 for 15 gallons. Of course, that was in February - and things have certainly gone up since then.