Re: [MBZ] OT: Bulk oil

2021-08-24 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I also wouldn't be surprised if Tractor Supply is just slow to restock, I suspect they make more profit per item on clothing than they do on oil. Interestingly they still seem to have 2.5 gal jugs of Delvac 1 5w40 for $53. I might get 5 gallons next time I go up north. At that price I'm not oppo

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bulk oil

2021-08-24 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
There are huge disruptions in motor oil these days, the problem being additive packages more than base stock. I wouldn't be surprised to hear that gear oil is in trouble too. You might call these folks and see if they can ship it to you reasonably: http://lydenoil.com/ (800) 362-9410 ___

[MBZ] OT: Bulk oil

2021-08-24 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Have any of you ever bought oil from a distributor before? I need to change the transmission/differential oil on my '52 Farmall Super M. It takes 13 gallons of 80w90 which, at $70/5 gallon pail is a little spendy. I'm wondering if I could contact a distributor if 3 pails is enough to count as bul