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Question
IT WAS SUGGESTED I USE A/40 rather than 10/30 in my newley acquired 66 Rambler classic 770 with the 232cd engine- do you agree? Also to use either Sea-Foam or STP Oil additive as well.
You should not have a problem using 10W30 or 10W40 in your 232. Adding STP will only make the oil thicker. Try a bottle of Z-Max, Wynn's, J-B, etc. I'm not familiar with Sea-Foam in gasoline engines.
Monitor your oil level and see if you have an oil consumption problem.
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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