So my Old Man INSISTS on putting "40-weight, NON-detergent oil" in the old (1947) tractor because that's what it called for back in the day.
I understand what 'detergents' are, i.e., they help sweep away gunk and crap that's inside your motor...
But WHY would a dealer or factory rep specify "non-detergent" oil be used?
Wouldn't normal oil with 'detergents' be better in a work vehicle?
And wouldn't ANY modern oil be better than what some scientist specified back in the 40's or 50's?
Help me convince him to come out of the stone age. Please.
I understand what 'detergents' are, i.e., they help sweep away gunk and crap that's inside your motor...
But WHY would a dealer or factory rep specify "non-detergent" oil be used?
Wouldn't normal oil with 'detergents' be better in a work vehicle?
And wouldn't ANY modern oil be better than what some scientist specified back in the 40's or 50's?
Help me convince him to come out of the stone age. Please.
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