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Old 06-27-2011, 05:10 PM   #21 (permalink)
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I would not use PTFE in my engine, but to say that oil additives are not needed is incorrect but only in some cases. Some of the older engines such as Flat Tappet cam engines need special oil or a ZDDP additive (I believe ZDDP is zink and phosphorus).

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