| Hal | -- 09-04-2014 @ 9:52 AM |
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I understand that 20w50 oil should be used in my 36 ford. All I can find is castrol GTX. Does The GTX make any differance? T hank You to all who answer. Hal
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| joe b | -- 09-04-2014 @ 11:09 AM |
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Hal I have been using Castrol 20/50 in my '41 Ford for over 16 years. Recently, I had the oil pan down for a rear main seal change out and there was not a bit of sludge in the pan. Clean as a whistle. Castrol has an ultra low friction capacity and has additives to prevent sludge build up. Besides--they sponsor John Force! I recommend it. If you live in a cold climate and do any winter driving you may want to change grades to 10/40 or such. I live in Ohio and try to drive her once a month if the roads are relatively clear. I have an unheated garage and the engine does turn over slower with 20/50 when cold but she fires up quickly. 20/50 also gives a higher oil pressure.
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| Big Red 51 | -- 09-04-2014 @ 11:19 AM |
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Hal, I use 20-50 GTX year round and have had no problems or sludge. One flathead with 80K and two with 5 to 10k, no sludge and no problems. Here is what Castrol says about GTX. Benefits of Castrol GTX: Unique TriShield™ technology actively protects against particles that build up in car engines with the most advanced sludge-fighting ingredients Castrol GTX uses premium, custom-made additives and is the most advanced conventional oil available Ultra-low friction improves gas mileage** Maximum protection against viscosity and thermal breakdown
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| Hal | -- 09-04-2014 @ 2:30 PM |
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joe b thanks joe b. I appreciate your reply. I'm on my way to get some right now. Thanks agai Hal
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| Hal | -- 09-04-2014 @ 2:35 PM |
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To Big Red 51 Thank you also Big red 51.I also appreciate quick response. Thank you again Hal
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