<VV> OIL

[Bob Gilbert]

Hi JR,
That was actually my plan until all this talk about STP came up. By chance I
have some STP and not Assembly Lube.
Bob


-----Original Message-----
From: J R Read [mailto:hmlinc at sbcglobal.net] 
Sent: January-06-12 12:42 PM
To: Bob Gilbert; 'Rich Gregory'; virtualvairs at corvair.org
Subject: Re: <VV> OIL

On #1, why not use Assembly Lube?
Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Gilbert" <bgilbert at gilberts-bc.ca>
To: "'Rich Gregory'" <lzdick at comcast.net>; <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 10:52 AM
Subject: Re: <VV> OIL


> Hi,
>
> I'm trying to summarise these last dozen or so emails  for my context in
> which I am about to build a 3.1 (290 CI) big block Corvair motor with Ray
> Sedman components for my UltraVan:
>
> It seems that the following would be good to do
>
> 1) Build using STP for the "build lubricant"
> 2) Use Mobil synthetic for normal running
>
> Is that correct?
>
> Regards,
> Bob
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org
> [mailto:virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org] On Behalf Of Rich Gregory
> Sent: January-05-12 9:38 AM
> To: virtualvairs at corvair.org
> Subject: Re: <VV> OIL
>
> Here is a link to the website for ZDDPlus.   This product has the highest
> percentage/ppm of Zinc/Phosphorus in the industry.
>
> http://www.zddplus.com/
>
> Be sure to read the Tech Bulletins regarding questions you may have
> regarding oil, viscosity, additives, etc.  Also, go half-way down the page
> for 'Laboratory Test Results' for comparison of other additives (STP
> included).  You should be well aware that ZDDPlus is the best product to 
> add
> to your oil that will bring your oil back to pre-1988 'SF' API
> classifications.  FYI:  The origination of ZDDPlus was by a man who 
> operates
> a facility that evaluates DNA (similar to where samples are sent on your
> favorite cop TV program...CSI, etc.).  He compared 'SF' oil with current
> oils (now 'SM') and determined what was missing, chemically...thus the
> creation of ZDDPlus.  I've been distributing the product for quite a few
> years and it is in every one of my solid tappet motors (no need for
> hydraulic lifters and a no-no' for catalytic converters).  The under $10
> price-tag is the best value for one oil change as opposed to pricier oils
> (which have less ppm of Zinc/Phosphorus).  It is simply  a 4-ounce bottle
> added to the filled capacity of your crankcase.
>
> Nothing to debate as the testing a tech bulletins tell you everything you
> need to know.  Enough said.
>
> Rich from Barrington
>
>
> Date: Thu, 5 Jan 2012 08:03:26 -0500
> From: "Cliff Tibbitts" <tibbitts at qx.net>
> Subject: <VV> OIL
> To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
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>
> I haven't read all the posts, but most of them.  After reading Smitty's
> post, particularly about the specific viscosities for various 
> applications,
> I'm compelled to reiterate Clark Hartzel's suggestion.  Why not just go 
> with
> an oil that meets the specific viscosity requirements for your engine and
> already has the coveted ZDDP in it?  Brad Penn meets both of those
> requirements.  It's not cheap like the stuff you can buy at Wally World, 
> but
> it won't break the bank either.  I believe it was Jay that said he will be
> picking up a case at the CPW?  Well, so will I.  I do so every year.  No
> complaints.    Also available at distributors around the US of A and
> probably on FleaBay.
>
>
>
> Cliff Tibbitts
>
> Lexington, KY
>
> 66 Monza 140/4 speed
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