breakin
May 3, 2008 | 10:20 AM
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From: Fargo, ND
breakin
what should i do for the break-in procedure on my car?
what weight oil should i run in it?
Are there any special things i have to remember to do?
May 3, 2008 | 09:16 PM
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From: Venice, FL
RE: breakin
Dont beat on it for 500 miles. I would go with 10w40 personaly. Stay away from the synthetic stuff till after 5000 miles.
May 4, 2008 | 10:33 AM
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RE: breakin
anything else?
May 4, 2008 | 04:08 PM
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RE: breakin
Modern engines don't need to be coddled as much as engines from decades ago,, just drive it. But yea don't use synthetic motor oil right away
May 4, 2008 | 10:01 PM
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From: Fargo, ND
RE: breakin
i heard to not let it idle for a while.. how long should i not let it idle for?
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