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mrindian
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I'm a new owner of a 1949 Indian Warrior.  I need to get it up and running and my first basic question is What kind of motor oil should I use?

Sorry it's such a basic question, but anyone's help would be appreciated.

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mrindian
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The below recommendations are for Indian 30:50, 45, 74, 80, & FourThis out of a manual dated 1951. 

SAE50 for 60 degrees & up.  SAE30 for 32-60 degrees.  SAE20W for 0-32 degrees.  SAE10W for below zero temps.  I know SAE20W is still available, but SAE10W probably isn't.  SAE10 (without the W) can still be found, but more than likely it will be nondetergent. 


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