On Sep 5, 2013, at 3:01 PM, "clay" <redgh...@comcast.net> wrote:
> Should I use the diesel weight in the 450SL? The thicker stuff seems to work > well in the old engine Oil for gasoline engines in recent years has been formulated with less and less ZDDP or zinc and phosphorus. This is due to governmental mandates calling for emissions systems to last a minimum 100k miles. Oil formulated for diesels, motorcycles, and off road (racing) vehicles has way more of these compounds. http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/MotorOil/Files/Mobil_1_Product_Guide.pdf So, yes diesel oil, or the 15w50 would make a fine lubricant for your older MB. It is probably best to follow the manufacturers instructions regarding oil viscosity and type however. They can be found here. http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/bevolistenmain.php?entercustomer=true&language_id=1 More information than anyone right in the head would ever need or want about what fluids to use in your Mercedes Benz Motor Car. Rick Sent from my iPhone _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
