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Old 01-16-2010, 02:09 PM   #32 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Slynky View Post
Well, why does it require such expensive oil? I mean, my RSX redlines at a high RPM, is a high-revving engine and an oil change is just $30 at the dealer. I'm sure the oil doesn't cost $9-10 a quart--why would the 370 engine need something so special ?
You can use whatever 5W30 oil you wish - it doesn't call for a specific type. Could run Mobil 1 if you'd like...or, hell, DinoJuice(tm).

Some just prefer the benefits that better oils have, like valve train noise reduction, among other things.
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