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What thick oil to use to temporarily stop Rod knocking

Tiny
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  • 2008 CHRYSLER 300
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  • 3 CYL
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  • 89,000 MILES
Trading my car at the dealership and they inspected my car and gave me the value. Next day before I go to trade in my car I turn my engine on and hear a loud rod knocking. Called the dealership and explained the problem. They said since they already inspected my car, to just bring it to them and they will repair the engine. But in order for me to get to the dealership they said to use a thick oil in the engine to temporarily stop the loud knocking. What is the best oil to use for the rod knock? And how many quarts do I need? Thanks in advance!
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Saturday, October 15th, 2016 AT 2:40 PM

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Tiny
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Try straight 50 weight racing oil. Here is a guide to help you get the job done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers
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Saturday, October 15th, 2016 AT 3:49 PM
Tiny
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Hello HMAC300, how many quarts? Should one entire container be enough or no?
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Saturday, October 15th, 2016 AT 6:03 PM
Tiny
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Probably five or four will do, but you have to drain old oil out first get the good stuff.
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Sunday, October 16th, 2016 AT 6:16 AM

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