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[The Gritz Carlton]

Agree...any oil is better than no oil in an emergency situation for a small period of time. Today's engines are built different...lighter, run faster, run hotter, etc. The oil lines are smaller to generate higher flow rates and quicker cooling. I worked for a major oil company for many years in the retail/dealer network...the days when the "pump jockey" pumped your gas, checked under the hood, tires, cleaned windows, etc. One of the hardest things I've had to accept is the changing technology. Today...go by what the Owner's Manual says...especially if it's under warranty. Even use their own "branded oil", even though they don't make it...your receipts will be your insurance policy in the event of a failure.