[Rhodes22-list] Engine Oil

[Michael Meltzer]

When was the last time you changed the oil? The gear oil?

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> Folks,
> 
> It's occurred to me that it might be a good idea to carry a quart of oil
> onboard in case the oil level warning light on our outboard came  on.  The
> motor
> is an 89 Yamaha 4 stroke.  I have no idea how  many hours are on the
> engine,
> but it's a long way from new.
> 
> Is there a reason to use the special 4 stroke outboard motor oils from
> West
> Marine, or special oil from Yamaha, or will any good quality 10W-30
> (automotive)  engine oil work for a 4 stroke outboard motor?
> 
> Thanks for any input.
> 
> Dave
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