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Old 09 June 2007, 05:36   #1
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Can I use mercury optimax dfi 2 stroke oil in my 2005 90hp caurberated, oil injected motor, even though it is not fuel injected? Just making sure
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Go for the type of oil recomended for your outboard. I guess it'll be cheaper than DFI oil anyway.
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Old 09 June 2007, 07:44   #3
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The Opti/DFI oil specifically states it should NOT be used on any other engines .... nice not to have to buy the expensive stuff for yours
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