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Old 05-17-2012, 06:56 PM   #80 (permalink)
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1. Why is 0W40 used in the gt-r if technically 5w30 is better?
I didn't see anyone state that 5W-30 is better than the 0W-40. And I certainly didn't see anyone state that 5W-30 is better for the GT-R.

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2. Is it ok to go back to 5w30 after 0w40 or will it affect my engine seals?
It's fine - it won't affect your seals.

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3. Isn't the difference between the two oils that the 0w40 is better for cold starts and has a thicker viscosity at higher temps? If so why is this not preferable?

Totally confused here
Bob the Oil Guy is a wonderful resource to better understand these differences.
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