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wright on
09-05-2006, 10:09 PM
Hey guys stupid question here. I want to change out the oil in my newly purchased boat well new to me its a 78. It is running a 454 with a B
& M Blower set up. what grade oil should I run. Old receipts says 20/50 is this right? Thanks for getting me out to the water.

BOOGEYMAN
09-06-2006, 01:16 AM
Thats what I run in my 502....20/50.

W.O.T
09-06-2006, 10:28 PM
i run valvoline 50wt racing oil. i dont think multigrade is really necessary for my application. my builder recommended valvoline 40wt but i havent seen it on the shelves anywhere

lilrick
09-07-2006, 07:31 AM
i run valvoline 50wt racing oil. i dont think multigrade is really necessary for my application. my builder recommended valvoline 40wt but i havent seen it on the shelves anywhere
I agree with WOT this is what I run.

centerhill condor
09-07-2006, 07:56 AM
castrol 20/50 summer and 10/30 winter...

Big Otis
09-07-2006, 03:11 PM
Redline 30 WT SAE (10W30)
"Suitable in well-balanced racing engines for sustained high-speed use where low internal friction is desired. Popular in bracket engines, 355 Sprint Car engines, and World of Outlaw 410 engines."
I have been Happy with Redline Oil.
You should ask the builder.
http://www.redlineoil.com/products_motoroil.asp?categoryID=2