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• DQOTD: diesel engine lubricating oil
  • maybe not harmful but probably not helpful
    • 2nd the Rotella..using it in my Cummins for years
  • The viscocity does not determie ratiing alone
    • The easy way to remember is "s" = spark, "c" = compression - method of ignition
  • The viscosity, like Doug says, is not what
  • Shell Rotella T 15-40 is the big seller here, but I use Chevron or Texaco CH or higher rated oil...
    • I have a new Yanmar 3YM30
      • Add my vote for Shell Rotella
        • Thanks Paul and Todd!
          • Hope Earl is good and tired by the time he reaches Nova scotia.
      • CH and CJ exceed the CD spec and will be better.
        • Brand doesn't matter - all the majors make diesel rated oil
  • As explained to me by the local Peterbuilt dealer
  • I like Chevron Delo