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Old 11-11-2019, 12:54 AM   #18
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Default Re: One note to modern engine oils

Zinc was not originally used. Zinc Additives were used much later on to reduce wear due to the higher force valve springs in much higher reving cars. Zinc is not required in Model As due to the low reving Model A Engine, and the Model A lower valve spring strength.
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