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View Poll Results: Which type of oil do you use in your Sporty?
HD Dino Oil 236 16.62%
HD Synth 251 17.68%
non-HD Dino 227 15.99%
non-HD Synth 734 51.69%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 1420. You may not vote on this poll

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WHICH TYPE OF OIL DO YOU USE.
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I use synth because its superior in lowering engine temp, and I can have extended drain intervals. Does this count as an explantion?
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