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360jeepboy · July 9th, 2009, 08:09 PM

It's all about the additives in the oil. It helps it stick to the metal and keep it lubed... even when it is not in use.

Remember most of the engine wear is right after start up, when all the oil has drained off of the bearings.

July 9th, 2009, 08:09 PM	#42 (permalink)
360jeepboy Eclipse MR Tournaments Won: 11 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dalton GA Vehicle: 06 eclipse GT & 88 jeep Posts: 8,336 Rep Power: 27	It's all about the additives in the oil. It helps it stick to the metal and keep it lubed... even when it is not in use. Remember most of the engine wear is right after start up, when all the oil has drained off of the bearings. __________________ Nitrous is just boost in a bottle... All the cools kids are doing it!