Synthetic or J/E oil

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Mettaree

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Considering buying new 18' Cape Horn CC w/ J150 carb. Should I start with J/E oil for break-in or go directly to Pennzoil 100% synthetic as a steady diet. Want to do right by the new motor as Pennzoil Syn. is only about $3.00 more per gal. than J/E oil at Wally World. Appreciate any knowledge to go by. <br />Thanks in advance.<br />Jim <br /> :)
 
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DJ

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Re: Synthetic or J/E oil

My answer is the J/E stuff. If you have an oil related failure, there are no doubts.
 
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Forktail

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Re: Synthetic or J/E oil

Any oil that meets your outboard's specification is what you want. What brand and what you pay is up to you. :)
 
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Re: Synthetic or J/E oil

Don't break in on synthetic, JKW. Lubes too well to seat rings, etc. well.<br /><br />Break in on any good TC-W3 oil, then switch to whatever you choose, if you choose. <br /><br />The FAQ article on oil selection should help you choose.<br /><br />Good luck. :)
 
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Mettaree

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Re: Synthetic or J/E oil

Thanks guys. Appreciate the quick come back.<br />JB - Thanks for info on break-in using normal <br />TCW-3 oil. Sounds like a winner. Will read Bomb. warranty info extra close.<br />Jim<br /> :)
 
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