My old-school engine rebuilder recomended I use Shell Rotella diesel oil. He said it has more of the additives we need for our old engines. He also has me adding ZDD (zinc) to the oil to give the lifters/cam the protection they need. Modern engines don't need zinc because they have roller lifters.

Mike B smile



Mike Boteler

1956 Chevy 3100 Resto Rod
1952 Willys M38 Army Jeep
1983 Jeep CJ7 Laredo
1984 Jeep CJ7
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Silver Spring, MD