Scott Allred wrote:
> 
> Happy New Year!
> 
> I have been contemplating switching my '71 to a 20-50W synthetic
> engine oil. The engine (1835) has about 25,000 miles on it. I have
> a full flow filter and cooler system. Any thoughts would be appreciated...
> 
> -Scott
> 
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>   Scott and Maggie Allred
>   '71 Westy -- The Wayback Machine
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Scott,
Go for it!  I used synthetic oil in my 71 Super Bug when the ex drove it
for 15 miles on no oil at all (blew a cooler hose).  I swear by the
stuff.  BTW she did trash the engine but 15 mile is a long way to go
before it's toast.

Hotch
86 GL
Philly