Another Rotella question ?

GrayBeard · May 17, 2004

First off I'm not real clear on all the API ratings.
I've noticed the Rotella synthetic is API rated for CH 4/SL. (I think)
I've got a 3cyl. Daihatsu diesel that is supposed to use API rated CF or CG oil.
Would the Rotella be a problem ? The engine has about 65 hrs. on it.
Thanks, GrayBeard

MikePA · May 17, 2004

<font color="blue"> Would the Rotella be a problem ? </font>
No

_RaT_ · May 17, 2004

I will answer that in Spanish. No

fivestring · May 17, 2004

In French, "Non. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

GerardC · May 17, 2004

In Pig Latin "ONAY" /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif. G

GrayBeard · May 18, 2004

Thanks all .
I can feel my "multi-language" skills evolving by the minute !
If its not a "true" synthetic, does it still have the same flow properties a low temps. ?
GrayBeard

JerryG · May 18, 2004

<font color="blue">If its not a "true" synthetic, does it still have the same flow properties a low temps. ?</font>
Yes, it will. You will never know the difference.(except maybe in the Arctic) It is all a technicality, about how the the end product is arrived at. You will get lower wear, lower fuel consumption and the possibility of extended change intervals with either oils.