Time to switch oil?

[Eck]

So when I got my engine rebuilt, the engine builder recommended VR1 10w-50 Racing Oil because of the zinc content. I have since changed the cam from a flat tappet to a roller cam with a roller lifter kit.

So should I change to standard motor oil now? I've got about 5000 miles on the engine since the rebuild. What should I be using? For what it's worth, I've been using the Baldwin filters.

[Jesus_man]

I'd stick with an oil with a high zinc content. It can't hurt. My machine shop recommended Rotella T after I have used up all my racing oil.

The alternative is to use an additive. BG MOA for instance.

[ZOSO]

Rotella changed their formula and cut back on the zinc a lot. I used to run just regular Valvoline. Now I run Amsoil ZRod oil. Flat tappet or not high zinc is good to have.

[Digger]

Right or wrong I'm running plain ole Valvoline 5W-30 with a 1994 block and roller cam.

[347bronco]

I run 10w -40 Lucas Hot Rod and classic oil. High zinc content only reason not to use high zinc oil is if you have a catalictic convertor. Shell has changed formula on Rotella less zinc .

[Viperwolf1]

Right or wrong I'm running plain ole Valvoline 5W-30 with a 1994 block and roller cam.

Same here.

[Jesus_man]

Right or wrong I'm running plain ole Valvoline 5W-30 with a 1994 block and roller cam.

Same here.

I assume "Plain ole" means conventional? Not Full Syn. or Max Life? It's oil change time again for me.