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Old Nov 14, 2004 | 11:44 PM
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Hi I was wondering if it would be safe to use a 5-30 wieght oil in my 4.6 2001 f-150, and what is the difference from the 5-20.
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Also I would like to know if it would be worth while to install headers on the same motor, I currently have the kN air and the three inch exhaust and was told that the headers would make very little if any hp gains.
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Old Nov 15, 2004 | 08:45 PM
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yes, use 5w30 motorcraft oil in that engine. 5w20 is to satisfy cafe requirements.

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Old Nov 15, 2004 | 09:31 PM
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Both 5-30 and 5-20 will work.

Most 5-30 dinos shear down to a 5-20, and MC syn blend 5-20 is a rock solid oil that has cranked out thousands of excellent UOAs.

Check out the Oil and Lubrication Forum on this site, you can find loads of info with a simple search.

As far as headers go, they are most definately a worth the time and effort of putting them on. IMO, any one that says they are not worth it, doesn't know a cresent wrench from a hammer.

http://www.fordtrucks.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=295836

http://www.fordtrucks.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=295254

Check out my gallery for more pictures and stuff on the headers.
 

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