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Old Jul 26, 2011 | 12:27 PM
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i posted this in the 2nd gen. but really don't get an answer. i was wondering if i could use this stuff in my is350 safely without problems.
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Old Jul 26, 2011 | 04:40 PM
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According to them, it should be fine...

IMO, use what is recommended for your car...

I might add though, that they don't recommend it... according to their site, its designed for large displacement engines and high outputs... the IS350 doesn't fall under either of those classifications...

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Old Jul 27, 2011 | 05:50 AM
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The OEM oil pump might not provide enough head to pump the "heavier" oil to certain part of the engine. It is a tough call and certainly risky....
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