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Old Oct 25, 2011 | 02:14 PM
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Asking what is the best synthetic oil for a stock 2.2 Vtec engine with auto trans?

Should I run an oil cooler?
Should I run a trans cooler?

Thanks in advance.
 
Old Oct 25, 2011 | 05:34 PM
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your already running a trans cooler since your a auto.
You can get a oil cooler from a any F or H series engines. But not really needed unless you have a good amount of mods done.
Also synthetic oil is not needed nor does it boost any performance.
 
Old Oct 26, 2011 | 08:06 AM
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Wouldn't synthetic oil make the engine run cooler and extend the life of the engine?
 
Old Oct 26, 2011 | 08:23 AM
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no not really if it runs cooler it's MAYBE a degree or two b/c the synthetic oil helps with friction....but really is more of a waste of money. Iv only used synthetic oil on turbo set ups.

Now if this was a full blow race/drag car then yes you could benefit from the synthetic oil. Since your trying to fine tune everything in the engine. The degree or two might help gain that extra 10th of a sec. in the 1/4 mile. BUt for a everyday car there is no need. Just more money your wasting to say "hey I'm running Royal Purple in my engine" (yes I know there are other brands..but you get my point)
 
Old Oct 27, 2011 | 09:00 AM
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Thank you for sharing your knowledge...

Best wishes.

Mike
 
Old Oct 27, 2011 | 09:15 AM
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anytime...that's what we are here for
 
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