I have heard (another myth?) that the reason the Pennsylvania oils leave
those deposits is because there is a lot of paraffin in the oil, or that the
oil is paraffin based, which accounts for the waxy buildups. I have no
idea...I ususally use Havoline.
adrian
Michael Dietsche wrote:
> Years ago I wourked with an chemical engineer who had been with
> Philips Petroleum. He said their internal testing at the time showed
> Penzoil as the superior lubricant on the market. BUT, many engine
> rebuilders have told me engines run on Penzoil show excessive caking
> deposits.
>
> They used to say Quaker State had lots of sediment and junk in it
> right from the distillery. I noticed they recently have gone to clear
> bottles and make a big deal out of their new filtering technology.
> Are they subtly countering an old bad rap?
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