Oil viscosity

Zinc is not the only part of the oil that protects the engine parts. Super high amounts of zinc Aren’t necessarily a detrimental point of the oil. As a matter of fact, this is the first time I have ever read such a thing. It seems outlandish. But I guess anything is possible. And oil scientist, check iamb not. But I have read a lot of articles from various oil companies on the subject. They are using Contacts has never shown to be detrimental to an engine from what I have read.

Personally, IMO, I’d keep a quart or two in the trunk for that, “Just Incase” moment on the road.


The biggest issue with more zinc is it eats HP. It won't ever hurt the engine to have a lot of zinc in it but you will give up some power.

Valvoline VR-1 is a great example. I haven't tested it since the early 2000's but at that time it was one of the biggest HP eaters out there. But you didn't have to worry about losing a cam.