38000 miles, switching to synthetic........I think!!!
04-01-2003, 10:29 AM
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38000 miles, switching to synthetic........I think!!!
I am about do for an oil change. I only used synthetic in my previous car, and since my TT is used I don't know whether or not the previous owner has used synthetic oil or not. Are there any problems with switching synthetic now??
04-01-2003, 11:54 AM
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I would refer you to this FAQ....lots of misinformation out there.
Is Mobil 1 with SuperSyn<sup>TM</sup> a fully synthetic motor oil?
Yes, it is. To meet the demanding requirements of today's specifications (and our customers' expectations), Mobil 1 with SuperSyn<sup>TM</sup> uses high-performance fluids, including polyalphaolefins (PAOs), along with a proprietary system of additives. Each Mobil 1 with SuperSyn<sup>TM</sup> viscosity grade uses a unique combination of synthetic fluids and selected additives in order to tailor the viscosity grade to its specific application.<ul><li><a href="http://www.mobil1.com/products/trisynth/faq.jsp">http://www.mobil1.com/products/trisynth/faq.jsp</a</li></ul>
Yes, it is. To meet the demanding requirements of today's specifications (and our customers' expectations), Mobil 1 with SuperSyn<sup>TM</sup> uses high-performance fluids, including polyalphaolefins (PAOs), along with a proprietary system of additives. Each Mobil 1 with SuperSyn<sup>TM</sup> viscosity grade uses a unique combination of synthetic fluids and selected additives in order to tailor the viscosity grade to its specific application.<ul><li><a href="http://www.mobil1.com/products/trisynth/faq.jsp">http://www.mobil1.com/products/trisynth/faq.jsp</a</li></ul>
04-01-2003, 12:20 PM
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As with any engine maybe......depends how scuffed in the rings are.......
if you find you are burning through the synthetic quickly that's the sign you may need higher viscosity or to go back to regular oil.
04-01-2003, 12:45 PM
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No that is not true, read the linked thread on Vortex (it will take you a long time) it settles the
...question. JIM<ul><li><a href="http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=313674&page=1">http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=313674&page=1</a</li></ul>
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