Oil advice and recommendations here

[Mochachino]

can i have a recomendation for my car please? i tried it on your website but havnt had a reply for weeks :(

1998 westcoast 1.4
98k
drive alsorts of areas (town, country, a/b/m roads)
k&n induction, magnex exhaust

[oilman]

Hi,

10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes is fine.

If you want to treat it then look at a 5w-40 full synthetic for all year round use.

Brand wise have a look at Fuchs, Motul and Silkolene.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[rushy_23]

Silkolene PRO S 5W-40 5L

May be a daft question, but would the above Oil be overkill in a little French
Hatch?
Reason I ask is cause if its a good oil to use on a 106 GTi 1.6 16v then it may
be ideal for me to start using it as I like to use only the best.
Car sees a few trackdays per year and is used now and again on the roads.

[oilman]

It could be considered over kill by some people, but if you want the best performance/protection then this is it.

Cheers

Guy.

[TU-Tuning]

I bought the silkoline, its very different tot he cheap mineral crap the previous owner put in before, its very fluid and looks like olive oil. The car warms up much much quicker now and it seems to run smoother.



Way I see it, its 45-50 quid a year, worth spending the extra if the engines gonna be protected. Service was rapid from Opie too

[RedB]

Cheers for asking that Rush :y:

Agree with you there Ben, much better to spend money on decent Fully synthetic oil that will provide increased performance and protection that cheap mineral crap :)

[SaxoVTRacer]

saxo
vtr 1.6 8v
v reg 99/00
with no mods
full serviced slick 50 and 5w50 motorsport oil halfords own with super 4's
runs like a dream just need the induction kit fitting then more fun

[oilman]

Dont bother with slick50 next time, just an expensive way to block your oil filter, also no need to go as thick as an SAE50, SAE40 is fine and the 5w is ideal.

Cheers

Guy.

[SaxoVTRacer]

i like slick 50 makes it a lil quieter and the 50 is due to the fact i have used in 5 cars not just my own without problems so i stick with what i like

[WiseyVTR]

Hi oilman

what would be the best oil for my engine and gearbox ?? it is driven hard now and again

2002 vtr
16000-17000 miles
no mods

but it has only had 1 full service and 1 oil change in its life (that i know of)


Cheers

[oilman]

For hard use I would look at a good 5w-40 synthetic for the engine, plenty to choose from but Motul and Silkolene are my favorites for performance.

For the gearbox, a good semi synthetic or full synthetic 75w-90.

Cheers

Guy.

[RedB]

Hello mate

Im ordering some Silkolene Pro 5w-40 engine oil
Oil + fuel filters and some other things tommorow...

Im also getting new braided brake lines this week so what DOT fluid should i go for and on a '98 VTS, i heard the fluid has to be petrol-based?
DOT4/DOT5?

Cheers
Red :)

[oilman]

You need Dot4 or DOt5.1 Plenty to have a look a on my site from Motul, Silkolene and Castrol.

Cheers

Guy.

[RedB]

You need Dot4 or DOt5.1 Plenty to have a look a on my site from Motul, Silkolene and Castrol.

Cheers

Guy.

Thanks mate

Silkolene 5.1 ordered along with some other goodies ;)

[oilman]

Good man, :)

Will send asapfor you.

Cheers

Guy.

[Smithy_Saxo]

Hi mate what oil would you recogmend on a 98 saxo 1.1 just over 90k on the clock, thanks :y:

[oilman]

Hi,

A 10w-40 semi synthetic wioth regular changes is ideal.

Brand wise, Fuchs, Motul and Silkolene.

Cheers

Guy.

[Chico999]

What oil would you recommend for a 1.4i 1997 Saxo with 78k on the clock?

[oilman]

10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes is fine, if you really want to treat it then 5w-40 synthetic changed every 8000 miles or once a year, which ever comes first.

Cheers

Guy.

[Chico999]

Cool mate
Thanks
:y: :y: :y:

[Smithy_Saxo]

Hi,

A 10w-40 semi synthetic wioth regular changes is ideal.

Brand wise, Fuchs, Motul and Silkolene.

Cheers

Guy.

Ok mate thanks alot. How much would this be roughly? :drink:

[motobruce]

What would you recomend for a ....

1998 saxo vts 90,000 on the clock. Fitted with newmans ph3 cams and new followers. Plus the usual mods like 4-2-1 manfiold, exhaust system enclosed filter.

Drive it quite hard every now and then on the road about not much motorway driving.

[oilman]

Ok mate thanks alot. How much would this be roughly? :drink:

Have a look at the Fuchs XTR 10w-40 on my site, saxperience discount it wokrs out pretty cheap.

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

What would you recomend for a ....

1998 saxo vts 90,000 on the clock. Fitted with newmans ph3 cams and new followers. Plus the usual mods like 4-2-1 manfiold, exhaust system enclosed filter.

Drive it quite hard every now and then on the road about not much motorway driving.

I would look at a good 5w-40 synthetic, have a look at Motul and Silkolene here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[-Joe-]

Make Saxo VTS
Model 1.6i
Year 2000
Engine size/type 1.6

Any mods

full race exhaust system
cams
fse valve
gas flowed throttle body
forced induction
4-2-1 manifold "de cat"


Type of use (road/track)

[oilman]

Make Saxo VTS
Model 1.6i
Year 2000
Engine size/type 1.6

Any mods

full race exhaust system
cams
fse valve
gas flowed throttle body
forced induction
4-2-1 manifold "de cat"


Type of use (road/track)


Same as above mate and make it a synthetic, a good one for track

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1146-silkolene-pro-s-5w-40-ester-synthetic-oil-for-high-performance-engines.aspx

Cheers

[mikeef88]

Saxo VTR 1.6
1999

Full exhaust system
4-2-1 manifold decat
Induction

Road use only

[oilman]

5w-40 synthetic as the top choice, cost choice 10w-40 semi with regular changes.

Cheers

Guy.

[leontige]

Hello i live in Greece and i want the best engine oil for my saxo 1.1 98'.I also want gear oil but the manual writes that for the gear box the most suitable is 75w-80,can i use 75w-90 :A: fully synthetic like motul 300 75w-90?
Please oilman recommend me the best engine oil and the best and most suitable gear oil.i don't care about the cost.I currently have fuchs 5w-40.Thank you very much

[oilman]

75w-90 is fine and the Motul gear 300 is a goodun.

For the engine the Fuchs 5w-40 is good stuff. The next step up is to an ester based synthetic, like the Motul 300v or the Silkolene Pro S.

Cheers

Guy.

[notime2chill]

Hi mate.
Im after some 25W-40 for a boat engine, its for my dad. Im just wondering what we could use as we cant find any at this grade. Any advice and info would be appreciated.

Jay.

[oilman]

Jay,

Your not going to find this grade, but another may well be suitable. What engine is it and what year roughly?

Cheers

Guy.

[notime2chill]

mariner 40hp 4stroke - year 2005


Jay.

[leontige]

Hello sikolene 5w-40 and 15w-50 are the same quality just different sae?Also what to prefer 75w80 or 75w-90 for gear oil?Are 75w-80 fully synthetic?Thank you

[oilman]

mariner 40hp 4stroke - year 2005


Jay.

10w-40 or 15w-40 will be fine.

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

Hello sikolene 5w-40 and 15w-50 are the same quality just different sae?Also what to prefer 75w80 or 75w-90 for gear oil?Are 75w-80 fully synthetic?Thank you

Yes with the Pro S and Pro R it is just a viscosity difference.

I usually recomend synthetic 75w-90.

Cheers

Guy.

[notime2chill]

10w-40 or 15w-40 will be fine.

Cheers

Guy.

Rep given, thanks.
:y: :y:

[lesz42]

hello!

my brother needs to change the oil, in the gearboxs, on his Suzuki Grand Vitara ( w reg) one uses 1 lt, one uses 1.5 lt, what oil do you sell, thats top notch?

[oilman]

He will need a GL4 74w-90, if you wanna go top notch look at synthetics such as the Silkolene Syn5 75w-90, Redline etc.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[TurboDonkey]

Whats the best oil for a 2001 Saxo 1.1 Desire?

Also does it need a specific anti freeze?

Cheers

[oilman]

10w-40 semi synthetic is fine, for anitfreeze you dont need anything special. A universal antifreeze will be fine.

Cheers

Guy.

[TurboDonkey]

Ive also been told the full synthetic might be better? What advantage does full have over semi if any?

[oilman]

Fully synthetics are better, if you want to use one go fo a 5w-40. The advantages are they protect better and last longer then the mineral based oil.

Cheers

Guy.

[TurboDonkey]

Thank you very much

5w-40 it is!

[oilman]

Plenty to choose from here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Have a look at Fuchs and Motul for good quality/price.

Cheers

Guy.

[RyVTR]

saxo vtr.
42,000 miles.
driven hard on a daily basis.
what would you recomend?
thanks

[oilman]

5w-40 synthetic if you want the best.

10w-40 semi changed twice as often if your on a budget.

Cheers

Guy.

[carlos45]

106 gti
62,000
mixture of motorway and town driving (not too hard driven)
wanting the best.
cheers

[oilman]

If you want the best then 5w-40 synthetic, the best of these are the ester based synthetics, they do come at cost but are worth every penny.

Have a look at Silkolene Pro S and the Motul 300v here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[carlos45]

cheers :y:

[TurboDonkey]

Plenty to choose from here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Have a look at Fuchs and Motul for good quality/price.

Cheers

Guy.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-984-fuchs-titan-supersyn-5w-40-high-performance-fully-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

So this would be fine for my 1.1 saxo then?

[oilman]

Yep, good choice and great value vs quality

Cheers

[Mochachino]

hi 1980 corvette 5.7 v8

what can you recomend?
the guy it for said he cant find it or osent know which one to get said it has to be mineral oil, sf or se or sumthing like that if i heard him right (he italian)

he only uses the car in the show seaseon so summer, does hardly any miles and it off the road in the winter, only drives it to the show then parks up etc

thanks mate

[oilman]

He can use semi or full synthetic, does not matter.

5w-40 synthetic would be the quality choice, or if he really doesnt want a synthetic a 10w-40 semi synthetic.

Cheers

Guy.

[benwh555]

I've got a Saxo VTS 1.6i 2003, de-cated and panel filter, used on a daily basis and driven hard, looking for quality not price

thanks

[oilman]

Here is some quality 5w-40's from my website (all synthetic)

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-984-fuchs-titan-supersyn-5w-40-high-performance-fully-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-877-motul-8100-x-cess-5w-40-gasoline-and-diesel-engine-oil-100-synthetic.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-805-mobil-synt-s-5w-40-superior-performance-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-868-motul-300v-power-5w-40-racing-lubricant-for-racing-cars.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1002-redline-high-performance-synthetic-motor-oil-5w-40.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1044-amsoil-synthetic-engine-oil-afl-5w-40-european-formula.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1146-silkolene-pro-s-5w-40-ester-synthetic-oil-for-high-performance-engines.aspx

Cheers
Simon

[Bounty69]

1998 p reg
VTR
1600cc 8v

Need to know volume of oil my engine will take for engine oil, gearbox oil please

[oilman]

Hi,

You will need 3.5ltr for the engine and 2ltr for the gearbox.

Cheers

Guy.

[craigy_87]

what can you recommend for my 306gti-6
its 10 years old an would like some fully synthetic to keep it protected well

thanks :y:

[oilman]

If you want the best have a look at the ester based 5w-40 synthetics such as the Silkolene Pro S, Motul 300v.

If you dont want to spend that kind of money have a look at the fuchs titan supersyn 5w-40 and the Motul 8100 5w-40.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[craigy_87]

thanks so ideally a 5w-40 fully synthetic oil :y: cheers oilman

[manc]

2000 - X reg
VTS - raised rev limiter 7.8k rpm, will be driven hard occasionally.
1600cc 16v
90k miles

What gearbox oil would you recommend Oilman for the above spec VTS.

Thx.

[Paul]

Make "Citreon Saxo"
Model "VTR"
Year "2002, 52 plate"
Engine size/type 1.6, 8v, silvertop (98bhp model)
Mileage 39,000.

Any mods
Enclosed induction kit.
Type of use (road/track)
Both.

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used)
No idea tbh.

What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc?
Engine

[oilman]

2000 - X reg
VTS - raised rev limiter 7.8k rpm, will be driven hard occasionally.
1600cc 16v
90k miles

What gearbox oil would you recommend Oilman for the above spec VTS.

Thx.

For the gearbox we recomend 75w-80 or 75w-90 semi or full synthetic.

Plenty to choose from here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[scottyvtr]

2001 - y plate
VTR 8v
ss backbox
raceland enclosed ind kit
lots of motorway miles mainly used for about town
milage - 72,500ish

which engine oil/ gearbox oil would you recomend (never been changed so doing later in the year)

cheers

[oilman]

Make "Citreon Saxo"
Model "VTR"
Year "2002, 52 plate"
Engine size/type 1.6, 8v, silvertop (98bhp model)
Mileage 39,000.

Any mods
Enclosed induction kit.
Type of use (road/track)
Both.

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used)
No idea tbh.

What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc?
Engine

For a mix of both road and track a 5w-40 synthetic is ideal, have a look at Fuchs, Motul and Silkolene.

Cheers

Guy.

[boarer2004]

Make citroen
Model saxo 1.4 westcoast
Year 1999
Engine size/type 1.4

Any mods : raceland enclosed induction kit ss centre pipe no cat race onlypipe sportex back box :)

Type of use (road/track) road use

engine oil please

:y:

[Mochachino]

Make citroen
Model saxo 1.4 westcoast
Year 1999
Engine size/type 1.4

Any mods : raceland enclosed induction kit ss centre pipe no cat race onlypipe sportex back box :)

Type of use (road/track) road use

engine oil please

:y:

me too please, but with the extra mods i got in my signiture please!

[AxForteVTS]

Hi,

I have a Citroen AX GTI, running a VTS Engine, 4-1manifold, straight through exhaust, CAI, no cat...

Every so often when running the car(2nd car) it goes a bit tappety for a min or so, normally after having a blast... no i belive this could be the cam followers (being lazy!) and not filling up right... She's due for an oil change, so firstly do you think it's just dirty, cheap oil causing this and what would be recommended?

Also would you suggest an engine flush and how do you carry these out?

Cheers,

Dom

[oilman]

Make citroen
Model saxo 1.4 westcoast
Year 1999
Engine size/type 1.4

Any mods : raceland enclosed induction kit ss centre pipe no cat race onlypipe sportex back box :)

Type of use (road/track) road use

engine oil please

:y:

5w-40 synthetic, as above if you want the best then ester based are it such as the Silkolene Pro S and the Motul 300v but you dont have to go that far if you dont want, half way ground are the synthetics of the Motul 8100 and the Fuchs Titan Supersyn.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

Hi,

I have a Citroen AX GTI, running a VTS Engine, 4-1manifold, straight through exhaust, CAI, no cat...

Every so often when running the car(2nd car) it goes a bit tappety for a min or so, normally after having a blast... no i belive this could be the cam followers (being lazy!) and not filling up right... She's due for an oil change, so firstly do you think it's just dirty, cheap oil causing this and what would be recommended?

Also would you suggest an engine flush and how do you carry these out?

Cheers,

Dom

Dom,

Do you know what oil is currently being run in the engine?

Cheers

Guy.

[AxForteVTS]

Probably a 10w40 low grade shizlle, but it's starting to look a bit black.... hence why i was gonna do an oil change... does this help?

[oilman]

Probably a 10w40 low grade shizlle, but it's starting to look a bit black.... hence why i was gonna do an oil change... does this help?

For a standard road car, you can't go wrong with one of these.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-877-motul-8100-x-cess-5w-40-gasoline-and-diesel-engine-oil-100-synthetic.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-805-mobil-synt-s-5w-40-superior-performance-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-984-fuchs-titan-supersyn-5w-40-high-performance-fully-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

Cheers

[AxForteVTS]

cool cheers, so basically a quality, fully synthetic 5w-40... think this will help with the lazy follower?

[oilman]

Should do, will get around more quickly

[boarer2004]

hiya mate my dad saw this and was wondering whats the best for his
Make ford mondeo
Model st200 estate
Year 1999
Engine size/type 2.5

Any mods airfilter full custom exhaust

Type of use (road/track) road use but high revs

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used) ford dealership oil lol

engine oil please

[oilman]

Something like one of these

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-992-fuchs-titan-supersyn-ecoflex-5w-30-for-all-gmopelvauxhall-petrol-diesel-engines.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-876-motul-8100-eco-nergy-5w-30-fuel-economy-gasoline-and-diesel-lubricant-100-synthetic.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-883-motul-gm-specific-ll-ab-025-5w-30-gasoline-and-diesel-engine-oil.aspx

Cheers

[boarer2004]

Something like one of these

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-992-fuchs-titan-supersyn-ecoflex-5w-30-for-all-gmopelvauxhall-petrol-diesel-engines.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-876-motul-8100-eco-nergy-5w-30-fuel-economy-gasoline-and-diesel-lubricant-100-synthetic.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-883-motul-gm-specific-ll-ab-025-5w-30-gasoline-and-diesel-engine-oil.aspx

Cheers

was this for my dads one ???

[oilman]

was this for my dads one ???

The Ford requires a 5w-30

Cheers

[boarer2004]

The Ford requires a 5w-30

Cheers

what are the main differences in the 3 apart from price

[oilman]

Price, they will all do the same job

Cheers

[DamoVTS]

Hey oilman :D

This oil fine for a modded VTS for normal roads and trackdays?

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1146-silkolene-pro-s-5w-40-ester-synthetic-oil-for-high-performance-engines.aspx

Thanks

[oilman]

Oh yes, oil does not get better then that.

Cheers

Guy.

[DamoVTS]

thanks mate :)

[vtcarl]

i have a vtr with a green enclosed, 4-2-1 manifold and a cat back exhaust. do about 4k a year due to short journeys which include a few longer ones. its a road car and gets serviced twice a year. does see the odd high revs but mostly drive in the low revs. any sugestions? ta.

[oilman]

5w-40 is ideal, have a look at Fuchs and Motul for good value. If you want the very best then you are looking at the ester based synthetics such as the Silkolene Pro S and the Motul 300v but they are expensive.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[TurboDonkey]

Forgot to say......

Got your oil from you, turns out me dad also uses you and i had o idea, cheers.

[Alex]

Would this be good for a 03 VTS, Fast road cams, Induction, Manifold.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-804-mobil-1-0w-40-advanced-performance-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

And could you recommend an oil filter.

[Omar]

I have saxo vtr (2000) im using Agip sport 10w-60 synthetic for 4000-5000 rpm.

gerbox oil Agip 75W-80.

???:P

[oilman]

Would this be good for a 03 VTS, Fast road cams, Induction, Manifold.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-804-mobil-1-0w-40-advanced-performance-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

And could you recommend an oil filter.

Hi,

Yes the Mobil 1 0w-40 is ideal, a god quality PAO synthetic.

For filter just use the look up guide on our site, we do Purolator which are oem spec and approved.

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

I have saxo vtr (2000) im using Agip sport 10w-60 synthetic for 4000-5000 rpm.

gerbox oil Agip 75W-80.

???:P

What are your ambient temps where you live? 10w-60 is too thick in even the most extreme of temps, 10w-40 or 5w-40 should be fine.

75w-80 forn the gearbox is fine.

Cheers

Guy.

[johndj86]

Im writing to ask where im able to find an engine flush as when i took of the rocker cover the oil was really thick like grease and im not sure why this has happend?? I have a saxo vtr 51 plate with 64000 on the clock!! Im also not sure what is the best oil and filter to put in the car???

thanks

johndj86

[oilman]

Was the oil still black or did it look like custard?

Cheers

Guy.

[johndj86]

It was still black so i dont think any water is in it but its like sludge which doesnt look good!!

cheers

johndj86

[oilman]

Dont bother with a flush, just do a couple of good oil changes with some decent oil and it should start to sort it out.

Cheers

Guy.

[Psycho18]

i have noticed that the oil 5w-40 is called mobil synt S and the others are called mobil 1. Why is this? Is there a difference? just a bit confused

[oilman]

There is a difference, the Synt S is a hydrocracked mineral oil, good quality but still a mineral oil. The Mobil 1 is their premium range and is a true PAO synthetic.

Cheers

Guy.

[Psycho18]

silkolene pro s 5w-40 fully synthetic is about £10 more than mobil 1 0w-40 fully synthetic. Will i be okay with 0w-40 or shall i spend that bit extra and have 5w-40? thanks. this is for a saxo vtr standard most of the time driven no more than 4000rpm.

[Oo_ben_oO]

Hi guys im after some decent oil to regain preformace. im not to sure what oil to use i know its gotta be 10w 40 as im from uk. at the moment im using cheap asda oil for now and i was thinking it will be ok its just oil.

until i spoke to my mate about it and he seems to think i need better oil or it will make my car decrease in preformance. he said i need preformance stuff like this oil thats kinda green dont know the name of it but its a green oil. sorry about this post but i dont know poo about cars. the car is a 1.6i 16v VTS w reg. cheers

[oilman]

silkolene pro s 5w-40 fully synthetic is about £10 more than mobil 1 0w-40 fully synthetic. Will i be okay with 0w-40 or shall i spend that bit extra and have 5w-40? thanks. this is for a saxo vtr standard most of the time driven no more than 4000rpm.

0w-40 is fine.

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

Hi guys im after some decent oil to regain preformace. im not to sure what oil to use i know its gotta be 10w 40 as im from uk. at the moment im using cheap asda oil for now and i was thinking it will be ok its just oil.

until i spoke to my mate about it and he seems to think i need better oil or it will make my car decrease in preformance. he said i need preformance stuff like this oil thats kinda green dont know the name of it but its a green oil. sorry about this post but i dont know poo about cars. the car is a 1.6i 16v VTS w reg. cheers

Decent quality oil is always a good investment.

You can start by using a decent quality 10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes such as this one from Silkolene http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-6314-silkolene-xtr-10w-40-high-performance-semi-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

Up from there and your looking at 5w-40 synthetic, if you want to do the best for it then this is the route to go down, have a look at this good value one from Motul http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-877-motul-8100-x-cess-5w-40-gasoline-and-diesel-engine-oil-100-synthetic.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[scottsaxvtr]

ive got a saxo vtr 99 1.6 8v 100k doesnt do alot of miles a year doesnt get used that hard and its do a oil change now to o and it doesnt have any modifacations on it thanks for your help if given oil man cheers :y:

[joshyvts]

saxo vts 2001- using gtx 10w 40 atm but did try the castrol edge 0w 40 my mods are full supersprint exhaust system bmc induction fast road cams, i drive hard like a bitch :P

i do seem to use a fair bit of oil tho :(

[Lee_Boy]

saxo
vtr
2002 with 70 thou on clock

wanting engine oil and gear box oil

does the odd 35 mile short journey and then the 220 mile 1s to santa pod.

been told 10 / 40 from local garage but thought i would ask a expert

thankyou Lee

[oilman]

saxo vts 2001- using gtx 10w 40 atm but did try the castrol edge 0w 40 my mods are full supersprint exhaust system bmc induction fast road cams, i drive hard like a bitch :P

i do seem to use a fair bit of oil tho :(

I would go back to the Castrol Edge, a much better oil then the basic mineral GTX.

Or have a look at any other decent 5w-40 synthetic, plenty to have a look at here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

saxo
vtr
2002 with 70 thou on clock

wanting engine oil and gear box oil

does the odd 35 mile short journey and then the 220 mile 1s to santa pod.

been told 10 / 40 from local garage but thought i would ask a expert

thankyou Lee

Lee,

10w-40 semi synthetic is thye norm, if you want better quality then go for a 5w-40 synthetic, Fuchs, Motul, Mobil and Silkolene are all great stuff http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[hudson701]

Saxo vts 2001
57000 miles

Hi

At the moment I have mobil 1 (put in during last MOT) in there but am not sure whether it is 0, 5w or 10w 40? What do these figures mean?

Please can you explain the differences between these grades and what is normally used in a vts as I am a complete and utter noob when it comes to selecting an appropriate engine oil.

I am due to get some new oil soon - what should I get? Should I stick with the mobil 1 as I heard its a good oil? I do mostly motorway miles and spirited country road driving, but no track days.

Any help would be much appreciated

Cheers :)

[oilman]

The 10w-40, 5w-30 etc is the grade of the oil adn it refers to the viscosity of it at certain temperatures. The bit below has been taken from one of our technical articles.

A short lesson on Multigrades:

If you see an expression such as 10W-40, the oil is a multigrade.

This simply means that the oil falls into 2 viscosity grades, in this case 10W & 40.

This is made possible by the inclusion of a polymer, a component which slows down the rate of thinning as the oil warms up and slows down the rate of thickening as the oil cools down.

It was first developed some 50 years ago to avoid the routine of using a thinner oil in winter and a thicker oil in summer.

For a 10w-40 to attain the specification target a 10W ( W = winter) the oil must have a certain maximum viscosity at low temperature. The actual viscosity and the temperature vary with the viscosity grade but in all cases the lower the number, the thinner the oil, e.g. a 5W oil is thinner than a 10W oil at temperatures encountered in UK winter conditions.

This is important because a thinner oil will circulate faster on cold start, affording better engine protection.

For a 10w-40 to attain the other specification target a 40 oil must fall within certain limits at 100 degC. In this case the temperature target does not vary with the viscosity grade, if there is no "W", the measuring temperature is always 100degC. Again the lower the number the thinner the oil, a 30 oil is thinner than a 40 oil at 100 degC., which is typical of maximum bulk oil temperatures in an operating engine.

The engine makers are, of course, very well aware of this and specify oils according to engine design features, oil pump capacities, manufacturing tolerances, ambient temperature conditions etc. It is important to follow these guidelines, they are important and are an are stipulated for good reasons.

If the engine has been modified, the operating conditions may well be outside the original design envelope. The stress on the oil caused by increased maximum revs, power output and temperature may indicate that oil of a different type and viscosity grade would be beneficial.

I hope that explains oil grades well enough for you.

The Mobil 1 is a very good oil, a true synthetic, but it would be better if you knew what grade. Ideally you want a 10w or 5w-40, but a 0w-40 won't kill the engine. Something like Motul 8100 X-Cess 5w-40 or Fuchs Titan Supersyn is a good balance of cost and performance, if you do decide to change the oil

[hudson701]

OK cheers thanks very much for your advice that was very helpful :) I think I'll stick with the 5w 40 Mobil 1

I'm sure I've seen you post on the Lotus forum SELOC before about oil? If so you can help me with another question - will the mobil 1 be suitable to use in my k-series S2 elise as it is fully synthetic? The lotus is due an oil change and I was thinking of buying the Mobil 1...

[Yates]

Saxo vts cammed on 60k, used on weekends and the odd track day

currently have 10w40 semi synthetic in

also gearbox has a lsd in there

currently have 75w-90 in there, again semi synthetic

looking for a good oil for the gearbox, only just been fitted got current oil but plan on changing it soon for a better oil and to clean it all out

current oil has been in 1000 miles, but will be looking for better quality oil if possible

also be after oil filter, just wondering what kind of deal you can do for me?

pm if you can please

[oilman]

OK cheers thanks very much for your advice that was very helpful :) I think I'll stick with the 5w 40 Mobil 1

I'm sure I've seen you post on the Lotus forum SELOC before about oil? If so you can help me with another question - will the mobil 1 be suitable to use in my k-series S2 elise as it is fully synthetic? The lotus is due an oil change and I was thinking of buying the Mobil 1...

Yep, that me on Seloc.

Yes the Mobil 1 will be ideal for the K Series, 5w-40 in both engines.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-406-mobil-engine-oil.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

Saxo vts cammed on 60k, used on weekends and the odd track day

currently have 10w40 semi synthetic in

also gearbox has a lsd in there

currently have 75w-90 in there, again semi synthetic

looking for a good oil for the gearbox, only just been fitted got current oil but plan on changing it soon for a better oil and to clean it all out

current oil has been in 1000 miles, but will be looking for better quality oil if possible

also be after oil filter, just wondering what kind of deal you can do for me?

pm if you can please

Can always do you a deal ;)

A synthtic 75w-90 is fine, have a look at this one from Silkolene, the SYn5 75w-90 is an ester based synthetic that meets both GL4 and GL5, it is also have with an lsd.

Have a look http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-850-silkolene-silktran-syn-5-75w-90-fully-synthetic-gear-oil.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[Yates]

think semi synthetic or full for cammed engine? it is used on track now and again

what price am i looking at then for the engine, box and filter?

[blackvtrt]

mk1 99 saxo vtr 1.6 8v 100k on the clock?
been having a quick read and generally u suggest 5w-40 or 10w-40 on a budget changed twice as often, but buy my reckoning castrol magnatec 10w-40 is £25.17 x2= £50.24 where as silkolene pro s 5w-40 is £49.35 which ur saying is a superior oil? With a high millage car like mine would i get away with 5w-40 oil if so what would be the change intervals? whats ur reccomendations budget and best?

[blackvtrt]

also whats ur take on gulf and shell oil?

[oilman]

think semi synthetic or full for cammed engine? it is used on track now and again

what price am i looking at then for the engine, box and filter?

Semi will be ok, but thats it ok. For track use I would be happier on a synthetic 5w-40.

Plenty to choose from here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

mk1 99 saxo vtr 1.6 8v 100k on the clock?
been having a quick read and generally u suggest 5w-40 or 10w-40 on a budget changed twice as often, but buy my reckoning castrol magnatec 10w-40 is £25.17 x2= £50.24 where as silkolene pro s 5w-40 is £49.35 which ur saying is a superior oil? With a high millage car like mine would i get away with 5w-40 oil if so what would be the change intervals? whats ur reccomendations budget and best?

Cheap oil changed often is false economy. As you can see using a top synthetic in the long run is cheaper, and it will do a better job while it is in there.

Even with a high mileage car, as long as it is in good shape a good 5w-40 synthetic is ideal. You dont have to spend Pro S money if can afford/justify it as there are good alternatives such as the Fuchs Titan Supersyn, Motul 8100, Mobil 1 Synt S to name a few.

Have a look http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

also whats ur take on gulf and shell oil?

There ok, their synthetics are nearly always mineral based.

Middle quality stuff.

Cheers

Guy.

[Yates]

Cheers for that, looked at the oils and filters, just again one question, for the gearbox as said its got a LSD in there, advised 75w 90 in it, but would you go full or semi synthetic?

cheers

[oilman]

It depends on how good you want and how much you want to spend, you can use either but synthetic will in the longterm do a better job.

Cheers

Guy.

[blackvtrt]

thanks for the reply

[caz1145]

East Coast 1.1
Pipercross induction kit

Just looking for engine oil?

Recomendation?

[hudson701]

OK cheers thanks for the advice so far.

Before I hand over my money to halfords or some other motorfactors is there any chance you could do me a nice deal on the mobile 5w 40 fully synthetic oil :D ?

[titchster]

Mk 2 Saxo VTR engine
1.6 8v
Usual breathing mods (induction/exhaust)


Road and a few trackdays

Recommendation for engine and g'box please. :y:

[oilman]

East Coast 1.1
Pipercross induction kit

Just looking for engine oil?

Recomendation?

A good 10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes is ideal, if you want to treat it then a 5w-40 or 0w-40 synthetic.

Have a look at Fuchs, Motul and Mobil here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-647-engine-oils.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[oilman]

OK cheers thanks for the advice so far.

Before I hand over my money to halfords or some other motorfactors is there any chance you could do me a nice deal on the mobile 5w 40 fully synthetic oil :D ?

Yes mate of course, you get 10% off for being a saxo member. Give me a call and I will see what else I can do;)

Cheers

Guy.

[Yates]

2ltrs of Silkolene SILKTRAN SYN 5 75W-90 Fully Synthetic Gear Oil - 25.86
4ltrs of Mobil Synt S 5W-40 Superior performance synthetic engine oil - 26.44
Purolator oil filter L38285 - 9.99

Total - 62.29

Any saxp discount, if so how do we work it?

[oilman]

Register on my site here https://www.opieoils.co.uk/createaccount-short.aspx?checkout=False&ReturnURL=default.aspx

Put yourself down as saxperience and you will automatically get discount.

Cheers

Guy.

[Yates]

ok bud, i will do that thursday night if i remember when i get paid

cheers

[Yates]

oil ordered

cheers bud

great price too

another thing sorted for the ring :D

[oilman]

oil ordered

cheers bud

great price too

another thing sorted for the ring :D


Cool, cheers

[Yates]

just got around to changing oil, the filter isnt for a mk2 vts though, mines metal and this is well i dont know what model would use this :S

[oilman]

Did you get the filter from me?

Cheers

Guy.

[Yates]

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y249/yate5y/Picture037-1.jpg

yes, this is what turned up :S not for a mk2 vts

[oilman]

I see, Saxos take more than one filter, some of the later models moved on to cartridge type, thats what you have there. Sorry about that

PM me your order nmumber and I will get the correct filter sent out for you.

Cheers

Guy.

[Yates]

no idea what order number was mate, im off work for a month, and i registered using my works email so cant access it

[oilman]

PM me you name and address, I will find it that way :y:

[Yates]

you wont accept pms...

[oilman]

Hmm, not sure why.

Drop me a mail here sales@opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[Sophia_Bush]

quick question for a high mile engine thats done 130k what grade would you rcommend? it is a 106gti that will more than likely never see track action. Everythign else is in pretty much good working order

[yerdusk]

What would you recommend for a 1972 1300cc beetle thats done around 100k, and will be doing about 150 miles per week?

Cheers.

[oilman]

Even with a high mile'er a good 5w-40 synthetic is the quality choice, on a budget then go for a 10w-40 semi synthetic.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy.

[nemesis111]

can you reccomend me an oil mate im looking for a good race oil for my engine

citroen saxo

2001 reg

1.6 VTR 8V 98bhp model

has 35000 on clock do roughly 12-15k a year

drive at high revs

mods:
green filter enclosed
magnex full system
supersprint manifold

itll be mainly road use and just the occasional long drive

thanks simon

[oilman]

Sure, it doesn't get much better than this for a race engine

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1146-silkolene-pro-s-5w-40-ester-synthetic-oil-for-high-performance-engines.aspx

Cheers
Guy

[Wayne]

Hi oilman, my car is due for a full service soon, what stuff do i need to get? i know i need oil and oil filter what do you recommend for a

03 Saxo VTR
low 30 thousand miles
Lowered 50mm
Upper and Lower strut braces
Panel Filter

as i want to buy all the stuff myself instead of using the garages stuff, also how do i clean the panel filter, what oil shall i re oil it with?

Get back to me when you can:y:

Thanks

Wayne

[oilman]

Wayne,

5w-40 synthetic for the engine, have a look at something like the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40, Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx If you want to go all out the ester based Silkolene Pro S 5w-40.

For the filter, have a look at some filter foam oil http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-639-cleaners-grease-degreasers-additives.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Wayne]

Wayne,

5w-40 synthetic for the engine, have a look at something like the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40, Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx If you want to go all out the ester based Silkolene Pro S 5w-40.

For the filter, have a look at some filter foam oil http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-639-cleaners-grease-degreasers-additives.aspx

Cheers

Guy

Would this be ok to service my car with http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-6361-mobil-super-s-10w-40-semi-synthetic-motor-oil.aspx
or is the ones you listed above better?

Thanks

Wayne

Edited Sorted link:y:

[oilman]

I cant get the link to work :(

[Anthony]

Hi oilman, you live in truro :D? I live in Redruth.

What oil and filter would you recommend for a Citroen Saxo VTS Mk2 2001?

It has done 85k miles, pretty much standard at the moment but future engine modifications in mind.

Thank you
Anthony

[oilman]

Live near truro, work in Redruth.

5w-40 synthetic is ideal, 10w-40 semi if you are on a budget. Stock filter is fine.

We have them all and you can same some money by coming in to collect.

Cheers

Guy

[chris_ph2]

hi could you please tell me which grade of engine oil i should use? (fully synthetic)

for a:
2003 mk2 vtr
just under 30k miles
used daily and driven hard. mostly short journeys. no track use
only engine mods so far are a full stainless exhaust and superchip
will be adding induction kit, manifold, decat in the near future

cheers, chris :)

[oilman]

hi could you please tell me which grade of engine oil i should use? (fully synthetic)

for a:
2003 mk2 vtr
just under 30k miles
used daily and driven hard. mostly short journeys. no track use
only engine mods so far are a full stainless exhaust and superchip
will be adding induction kit, manifold, decat in the near future

cheers, chris :)

Chris,

If you want synthetic then you are looking at 5w-40 or 0w-40, plenty of choice. Have a look at here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[chris_ph2]

cheers oilman! :y:

[titchster]

2001 Saxo VTR engine (~60k miles)
1.6 8v
Induction, Manifold, exhaust.


Road and a few trackdays

Currently got 10W-40 Magnatec in.

[oilman]

Hi,

The Magnatec is ok, but for not much more you can get yourself a decent synthetic and this would protect and perform better, especially on track.

Have a look at the likes of the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40 and the Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[titchster]

Great stuff, will take it into consideration. Cheers. :y:

[Peasnall]

Make - Citroen
Model - Saxo
Year - 2001
Engine size/type - 1600 VTS

Any mods - Heatwrapped manifold, heatwrapped magnex exhaust, BMC carbon airbox

Type of use (road/track) - Road atm, driven hard at times but only when warm

Currently using Mobil super s 10w 40, cold starts seem a problem atm, very lumpy

Not fussed about cost, just want the BEST

[saxo_bigbass]

Make - Citroen
Model - Saxo
Year - 1999
Engine size/type 1.6 16v vts

type of use. for road use not really ragging it too much.just looking for the best engine oil available m8! car hasnt een serviced in 2 years! i need to stick in somthing decent.

let us know matey cheers!

[dinga]

please service your car.you may not rag it too much,but you are ill treating it.

[saxo_bigbass]

ive just brought the car a month ago! and im not using it for a while so was just finding out info while it resting.

[oilman]

Make - Citroen
Model - Saxo
Year - 1999
Engine size/type 1.6 16v vts

type of use. for road use not really ragging it too much.just looking for the best engine oil available m8! car hasnt een serviced in 2 years! i need to stick in somthing decent.

let us know matey cheers!

Something from here would be a good choice

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

[saxo_bigbass]

cheers mate!

[oilman]

cheers mate!

No worries

[stu-n-shell]

[QUOTE=saxo_bigbass;2667315]Make - Citroen
Model - Saxo
Year - 2002
Engine size/type 1.1 8v
Mods-induction kit and back box
type of use. for road use.occasional 1/4 mile run but only bout 1-2 times a year. and the amount id need for a full oil change doing the filter at the same time.
QUOTE]

[oilman]

10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes is fine, if you want to treat it then go for a 5w-40 synthetic.

Plenty to have a look at here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy

[stu-n-shell]

thanks and how many litres would i be needing for the oil change

[DazzaVTS]

1997 Saxo VTS
78k

Engine Not Modded Yet But Soon To Be Upgraded Filter, Manifold And Full Exhuast System

What would be the best oil too run?

Kind Regards,

~ Dazza.

[oilman]

thanks and how many litres would i be needing for the oil change

Just over 4ltr so one that comes in a 5ltr tub is ideal.

Cheers

Guy

[oilman]

1997 Saxo VTS
78k

Engine Not Modded Yet But Soon To Be Upgraded Filter, Manifold And Full Exhuast System

What would be the best oil too run?

Kind Regards,

~ Dazza.

Dazza,

If you want the best then look at a 5w-40 synthetic, they dont cost the earth either.

Have a look at the Motul 8100 Xcess and the Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[AdamW]

Use alot of oil now with the Civic.

What deal can you do on the best oil for

Civic Type R EP3 03 plate

54k

Been buying 0w-40 i think

[oilman]

For the CTR we tend to recommend a good 5w-40 synthetic for all year round use, the best and most popular are the ester based synthetics of the Silkolene pro s, Motul 300v and the Redline http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy

[Peasnall]

Make - Citroen
Model - Saxo
Year - 2001
Engine size/type - 1600 VTS

Any mods - Heatwrapped manifold, heatwrapped magnex exhaust, BMC carbon airbox

Type of use (road/track) - Road atm, driven hard at times but only when warm

Currently using Mobil super s 10w 40, cold starts seem a problem atm, very lumpy

Not fussed about cost, just want the BEST

[oilman]

tr a good 5w-40 synthetic, if you want the best then look at the ester based Silkolene pro s or the Motul 300v here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Roj]

Citreon saxo 1.1
2002
88000

road use only, round the town and motor ways

no mods

cheers

[DazzaVTS]

Dazza,

If you want the best then look at a 5w-40 synthetic, they dont cost the earth either.

Have a look at the Motul 8100 Xcess and the Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

Would the Fuchs Titan Supersyn Plus be better than the normal Fuchs Titan Supersyn for my car before i order one?, thank you...

Kind Regards,

~ Dazza.

[oilman]

Dazza, the Supersyn plus has additives that allow it to meet specifications for certain VW's, BMW's etc. A Saxo isn't that fussy, so you don't need the specifications met by Supersyn Plus.

Roj, it's all down to what you want to spend. Like most Saxo's a 5w-40 oil is ideal, although a 0w-40 or a 10w-40 is fine.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-657-10w-40.aspx
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-655-0w-40.aspx

The Motul 8100 X-Cess is a good choice for yours. You don't need a high performance oil, but it will offer very good protection and value.

[Bish_HB]

Make - Citroen
Model - Saxo
Year - 2003
Engine size/type - 1600 VTR

Any mods - Straight Through scorpion exhaust system, Cone induction kit.

Type of use (road/track) - Road use, back and to to work, also some motorway.

[oilman]

10w-40 semi synthetic if you are on a budget, regular changes.

If you want better then 5w-40 or 0w-40 synthetic.

Plenty to have a look at here http://www.opieoils.co.uk

Cheers

Guy

[chris_ph2]

just ordered the motul 8100 x-cess 5w40. hope it's here for weekend! :)

[turnip]

Make-Citreon
Model-Saxo
Year- 2000
Engine size/type- 1.4 furio

Any mods- K&N Induction

Type of use (road/track)-road

[chris_ph2]

just ordered the motul 8100 x-cess 5w40. hope it's here for weekend! :)

arrived this morning. cheers oilman :y:

[oilman]

Make-Citreon
Model-Saxo
Year- 2000
Engine size/type- 1.4 furio

Any mods- K&N Induction

Type of use (road/track)-road

Go for a 5w-40. Motul 8100 X-cess is a good value choice, Silkolene Pro S or Motul 300V are the best, but expensive

[Marshy]

Make - SEAT
Model - Ibiza Cupra
Year - 2001
Engine size/type - 1.8 20V Turbo (156bhp Petrol)

Any mods - Green open filter, Supersprint cat-back

Type of use (road/track) - Road use + Possible track days next year

Need recommendation for engine and gearbox oils please?

Thanks :y:

[oilman]

Ideally an oil that meets the VW503.01 spec, or any decent 0w-40, 5w-40 or 0w-30 synthetic.

Have a look at these here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-748-50301.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Marshy]

Ideally an oil that meets the VW503.01 spec, or any decent 0w-40, 5w-40 or 0w-30 synthetic.

Have a look at these here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-748-50301.aspx

Cheers

Guy

Nice one thanks. Will order some from you this week :y:

[oilman]

No probs

Cheers

[yerdusk]

Make: VW
Model: Beetle
Year: 1972
Engine Size: 1600

Have just rebuilt engine and have been using Morris oil SAE30 but wondering if you could recommend anything better? I dont really have any issues with the Morris oil, but want to make sure this lasts, as I dont plan on another rebuild or a while!

[oilman]

I used to run 10w-40 semi synthetic in mine, ideal.

Have a look at this one http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-657-10w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Woods]

1997 Saxo - 1.1i 8v

about 80,000miles

mainly used for short journeys, but gets thrashed sometimes. completely standard engine and exhaust etc.

Just filled with 15w/40 Castrol GTX and new oil filter.

Should i be using a lower grade like 5w/40? :wacko:
cheers in advance!

[Psycho18]

i have a problem with my gears being stiff on a cold morning and going fine once the car has warmed up. Any ideas on a top quality gearbox oil and preferably one that will warm up the quickest? thanks pal

[oilman]

1997 Saxo - 1.1i 8v

about 80,000miles

mainly used for short journeys, but gets thrashed sometimes. completely standard engine and exhaust etc.

Just filled with 15w/40 Castrol GTX and new oil filter.

Should i be using a lower grade like 5w/40? :wacko:
cheers in advance!

This time of year, when it's cold the 5w-40 has big benefits over the 15w-40 as it circulated much more quickly from cold meaning less engine wear.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers
Guy

[oilman]

i have a problem with my gears being stiff on a cold morning and going fine once the car has warmed up. Any ideas on a top quality gearbox oil and preferably one that will warm up the quickest? thanks pal


Probably could do with a thinner one for those cold mornings.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-670-75w-80-75w-85-mtfs.aspx

Try the Fuchs Sintofluid 75w-80

Cheers
Guy

[kakaben]

saxo 1.1i x 1998
mods-induction kit
type of use road and a bit of track

recommendations for engine oil

[oilman]

Hi,

If you track the car its worth going for a good synthetic 5w-40, these dont have to cost a lot either.

Have a look at the likes of the Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40 or the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[vlatko_vts]

Saxo VTS 1997

Grp.A High Comp forged pistons
Newman cams Ph3

Thanks

[Simon]

Engine oil for

Make : Citroen Saxo
Model : VTR
Year : 2003
Engine size/type : 1600 8v

Any mods : Exhaust & air filter

Type of use : Mainly used for short journeys, but gets thrashed sometimes

[IH8CAMERAS]

Engine oil for

Make : Citroen Saxo
Model : VTR
Year : 2002
Engine size/type : 1600 8v

Any mods : Exhaust & air filter

Type of use : Mainly used for short journeys, very rarely gets thrashed

Car was recently in an accident and has leaked oil, need to top her up and need advice :D

[oilman]

IH8CAMERAS, Simon, vlatko_vts

You can all use a good 5w-40 synthetic.

Brand wise, look at something like the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40 or the Fuchs Titan Supersyn. If you want the best then look to the ester based synthetics such as the Silkolene Pro S or the Motul 300v.

Have a look here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Simon]

Thanks :y:

Order placed for Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40

[Aaron]

Make : Citroen Saxo
Model : VTS
Year : 2000
Engine size/type : 1600 16v

Any mods : Exhaust.

Type of use : Some early mornings(cold starts)
daily driving.
and sometimes highly reved.

stick with the 5w 40 sythentic?

any recommendations on make though?
sikolene pro s in my opinion

[vlatko_vts]

IH8CAMERAS, Simon, vlatko_vts

You can all use a good 5w-40 synthetic.

Brand wise, look at something like the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40 or the Fuchs Titan Supersyn. If you want the best then look to the ester based synthetics such as the Silkolene Pro S or the Motul 300v.

Have a look here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

Thanks Mate :hug: :drink:

[oilman]

Make : Citroen Saxo
Model : VTS
Year : 2000
Engine size/type : 1600 16v

Any mods : Exhaust.

Type of use : Some early mornings(cold starts)
daily driving.
and sometimes highly reved.

stick with the 5w 40 sythentic?

any recommendations on make though?
sikolene pro s in my opinion

Yep, stick with 5w-40 :)

Pro s is ideal.

Cheers

Guy

[Toad]

Bit of a tricky one for you oilman!

Are you able to tell us what the perfect oil temp is for maximum protection, and how this coincides with maximum performance oil temp? If that's not too tricky, can you tell us where abouts the danger levels begin to occur, in both extremes of hot and cold. Let's consider we're using a fully synthetic, 5w40 oil, with the 16v 106gti / Saxo VTS engine.

[oilman]

When thinking about a Saxo running a very good 5w-40 synthetic oil (something like Pro S 5w-40), the oil will be providing very good protection between about 60C and 130C. If it was a lower quality oil, it would break down around 115C. The top of the range oils from Motul, Silkolene and Redline have an ester content. The ester content allows the oil to be more stable at higher temperatures which is why they are fine at 130C.

Synthetics are better at dealing with the higher temperatures because they were made for the purpose and mineral/semi-synthetic oils are modified to do the job. When mineral oils are taken from the ground, they are a mixture of molecules that are all different shapes and sizes. When you heat mineral oil, the smaller molecules which are more volatile basically evaporate off and get burnt. The problem is much less in synthetic oils because all the molecules are uniform so there are no smaller ones to volatise. Mineral oils also have more additives and many of them are broken down by higher temperatures.

If your oil temp is over 120C a lot of the time, you may need to go to a thicker grade oil, but something like a 10w-50 or 15w-50 instead of a 20w-50. If you think you need something thicker, but also want good cold start protection don't bother with a 5w-50 as they contain a lot of polymers to cover the viscosity gap from 5w to 50 and the polymers break down quickly so you end up with a 5w-40.

We recommend synthetic oils when the cars are driven hard for the reasons above. If you use mineral oil on a track, the breakdown of the oil, the volatisation and burning, and because mineral oils don't last as long anyway, it often means that you need to change oil at least after every track day or the engine wear can be pretty bad.

At lower temperatures oils are thicker (when people see 5w-40 they often think it is thicker when hot as it's a bigger number, but the cold and hot viscosities are measured on different scales) and as it is thicker, it won't flow around the system as well. Some companies recommend a 20w-50 oil for anything that is modified, but that is roughly 4 times as thick as a 0w-40 at 0C. That means it takes 4 times as long to get around the engine so that's a lot more time for damage to occur. Ester based oils are good for that as the ester content means that the oil sticks to the inside of the engine so there is always some there when the engine is started and the cold start wear is reduced even further.

Oil temps can be a pretty large subject so if I have missed anything, you may want to have a look at our technical articles here

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/technicalinfo.aspx

Articles to do with shear stability, synthetic oils and viscosity may answer what you need if I've missed it.

Cheers

Tim

[Toad]

That's great info, thanks very much.

I wasn't aware that the temp band for protection was so vast - 60 to 130 degrees C. As the oil viscosity obviously becomes thinner at higher temperatures, this means the engine's internals will move more freely, which in turn will increase performance. If the likes of Silkolene's Pro S 5w40 provides protection up to 130C, would it be fair to say that for optimum performace, you would want the engine oil running around 110 - 120C?

[oilman]

Only the best ester based SAE40's can take 130deg for prolonged periods, because they are shear stable even though they thin with temp they keep their film strenght, protection ond dont over thin. A lower quality SAE40 such as halfords own will be having real problems at 130deg and will be shearing down (over thinning if you like) at those temsp.

Running at around 100degc is optimum.

Cheers

Guy

[Toad]

Excellent, thanks Guy.

[oilman]

Any advice on oil required, please feel free to ask as I can help you

You will also find some useful info on my website here

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/oil-and-filter-service-pack-citroen.aspx

All the best for 2009

Cheers
Guy

[richt247]

Make : Citroen Saxo
Model : VTS
Year : 2002
Engine size/type : 1600 16v

Any mods : Exhaust, Filter, Cams ( 150bhp )

Type of use : Weekend driving and trackdays... Mainly Driven hard.


Doing a full service in the next few weeks and im going to change both gearbox and engine oil.... and have no clue which to buy.

Thanks

[oilman]

Make : Citroen Saxo
Model : VTS
Year : 2002
Engine size/type : 1600 16v

Any mods : Exhaust, Filter, Cams ( 150bhp )

Type of use : Weekend driving and trackdays... Mainly Driven hard.


Doing a full service in the next few weeks and im going to change both gearbox and engine oil.... and have no clue which to buy.

Thanks

Hi

Take a look here and go with the "upgrade engine oils" and the more expensive gear oils.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-861-car-engine-oils.aspx

Cheers
Guy

[The_Notorious_C_A_T]

Make : Peugeot 106
Model : GTI
Year : 1997
Engine size/type : 1600 16v (50k miles if that makes any difference)

Any mods : Full system exhaust, K&N gen 2 induction kit, newman PH3 Cams, standalone fuel management.

Type of use : Day to day driving, alot of cold starts and idling. And giving it the full bifta on the weekend.

Any recommendations on box and engine oil bud?

Cheers
C

[oilman]

I would go with a 5w-40 synthetic, Motul 8100 Xcess, Fuchs Titan Supersyn but if you want the best then the ester based Silkolene Pro S 5w-40 and you can find them here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

For the gearbox have a look at the Fuchs Titan Sintofluid 75w-80 http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuchs-titan-sintofluid-sae-75w-80-synthetic-manual-transmission-fluid.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Colin]

Make Saxo
Model VTS
Year 1998
Engine size/type 1600 16v

Any mods high lift cams

Type of use (road/track) race

I currently use millers CFS 10w40 but the engine just has been freshly rebuilt, and not wanting to take any risks, what oil can I run it in on?

[oilman]

To run in use a 10w-40 semi synthetic (they are all 100% mineral base) and run for around 1000 miles. Something like the Fuchs XTR 10w-40 is ideal http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-990-fuchs-titan-xtr-10w40-high-performance-semi-synthetic-engine-oil.aspx

Once run in a 5w-40 synthetic, if the car is for race use then look at the ester based synthetics such as the Silkolene Pro S or the Motul 300v http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[Liam]

Saxo VTS
2000
Air Filter
De-Cat

Road use only

Thanks

[oilman]

I would go 5w-40 synthetic, changed every 10,000 miles or so.

Have a look here at Motul, Silkolene and Fuchs http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[lesz42]

me again, my vtr (01) now done 96k, same oils as before or?

daily driver

i change at 10k or 6/8 months, what ever comes first

[dannyboy2005]

Make: Saxo 1.1
Model: X
Year: Mk1, '98
Engine size/type: 1.1i

Any mods:
Filter on its way!

Type of use (road/track):
Road

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used):
Halfords Part Synthetic Oil

What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc?
I just use halfords as i'm a daily driver. Full service evey year tho

[csax]

sorry its a 1998 s reg (http://www.dvdorderonline.com)

[oilman]

me again, my vtr (01) now done 96k, same oils as before or?

daily driver

i change at 10k or 6/8 months, what ever comes first

What oil are you currently using?

Cheers

Guy

[oilman]

Make: Saxo 1.1
Model: X
Year: Mk1, '98
Engine size/type: 1.1i

Any mods:
Filter on its way!

Type of use (road/track):
Road

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used):
Halfords Part Synthetic Oil

What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc?
I just use halfords as i'm a daily driver. Full service evey year tho

10w-40 semi synthetic is fine, if you are using the halfords stuff then double up on the changes to keep it fresh.

Cheers

Guy

[danvtslondon]

citroen
saxo
vts 1.6
w reg = 2000/2001

[oilman]

5w-40 synthetic, have a look at the Motul 8100 Xcess, Fuchs titan Supersyn and the Silkolene http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy.

[goodall3518]

saxo westcoast
1999 t reg
1.4 8v
done 65k

would like engine oil reccomendations..
gear box is a little stiff also, would you reccomend topping oil up and how wold you go about this?

cheers

[goodall3518]

mods for that as well
piper induction kit
scorpion backbox

[oilman]

I would go 5w-40 synthetic for the engine, either the Motul 8100 Xcess or the Fuchs Titan Supersyn 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

If you just want to top up the gearbox oil (not change it) then go for this one from Castrol http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-723-castrol-epx75w-80-gear-oil.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[DanT]

Make - citroen
Model - saxo (could of guessed huh? :P)
Year - 2001 (y reg)
Engine size/type - 1600cc vtr

Any mods - Green cotton panel filter, supersprint race centre section and race backbox

Type of use (road/track) - slow going cruising / fast road

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used) - Not sure whats in it right now, just whatever the garage put in when serviced 5k ago.

What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc? - Engine oil recommendation please!

Thanks and looking forward to your reply.

[oilman]

Make - citroen
Model - saxo (could of guessed huh? :P)
Year - 2001 (y reg)
Engine size/type - 1600cc vtr

Any mods - Green cotton panel filter, supersprint race centre section and race backbox

Type of use (road/track) - slow going cruising / fast road

Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used) - Not sure whats in it right now, just whatever the garage put in when serviced 5k ago.

What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc? - Engine oil recommendation please!

Thanks and looking forward to your reply.

Something from here.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers
Guy

[Lippy]

Make Saxo
Model VTS
Year Sept 2002
Engine size/type 1.6 16v

Any mods Raceland induction thingy

Type of use (road/track) Always road but it does get a pasting when itw warmed up, oh and its my daily driver
Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used) oil temps dont go much above half way but dunno what degrees C that is
What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc? engine oil only

[craigy_87]

got some motul 8100 X-cess SAE 5W40
should this be fine for my 306gti-6?

[oilman]

Make Saxo
Model VTS
Year Sept 2002
Engine size/type 1.6 16v

Any mods Raceland induction thingy

Type of use (road/track) Always road but it does get a pasting when itw warmed up, oh and its my daily driver
Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used) oil temps dont go much above half way but dunno what degrees C that is
What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc? engine oil only

5w-40 synthetic would be my choice, something like the Fuchs Titan Suersyn, Mobil Synt S anf the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40 here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[oilman]

got some motul 8100 X-cess SAE 5W40
should this be fine for my 306gti-6?


Ideal.

Cheers

Guy

[craigy_87]

got it from you guys lol just thought i'd check

[oilman]

Even better:y:

[Nij]

Make; Saxo
Model; VTR
Year; '99
Engine size/type; 1.6 16v
Any engine mods; 16V conversion, Cams, polished/ported head & TB, 4-2-1 mani, de-cat, magnex, airfilter
Type of use (road/track); Track/Shows/Meets. Its my 3rd car, and does about 3k a year, though most of the 3k is trackish speeds
Additional info (max oil temps, current oil used); 10w/40 atm, dont have a clue about temps
What do you want a recommendation for? Engine, Gearbox etc?; Engine and box please

[oilman]

Is it 10w-40 semi synthetic you are using? If so you can do much beter especially if the car is used hard. 5w-40 synthetic is the way to go, Motul, Fuchs, Mobil Silkolene etc http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

For the gearbox 75w-90 or 75w-80 GL5 have a look at this one http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuchs-titan-sintofluid-sae-75w-80-synthetic-manual-transmission-fluid.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[wilsh81]

Make "Citreon Saxo"
Model "VTR"
Year 1998
Engine 1.6, 8v
Mileage 69,000.

Any mods K&N induction kit.
Type of use road

What do you want a recommendation for?
engine and gearbox :y:
been using semi synthetic in the engine but noticed slite leekage round gear box so thought would ask about gearbox oil too as you no the shizzle

[oilman]

10w-40 semi is fine or if you want to go better then the 5w-40 synthetic, have a look at the likes of Fuchs, Motul, Mobil etc here http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

For the gearbox I would go for this one http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuchs-titan-sintofluid-sae-75w-80-synthetic-manual-transmission-fluid.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[wilsh81]

nice 1 m8:y:

[Nij]

Is it 10w-40 semi synthetic you are using? If so you can do much beter especially if the car is used hard. 5w-40 synthetic is the way to go, Motul, Fuchs, Mobil Silkolene etc http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

For the gearbox 75w-90 or 75w-80 GL5 have a look at this one http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuchs-titan-sintofluid-sae-75w-80-synthetic-manual-transmission-fluid.aspx

Cheers

Guy

yes mate synthetic, cheers i will pop some in after the RR day

what filter do you recon, or is OEM upto the job?

[oilman]

yes mate synthetic, cheers i will pop some in after the RR day

what filter do you recon, or is OEM upto the job?

The UFI ones we do are OEM spec, in fact they make them for the OEM.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-841-ufi-oil-filters.aspx

Cheers
Guy

[Matt]

Furio
2000
1.4 8v
90,000

Road Use
No Modifications

Could you reccomend some engine and gearbox oil please:y:

[oilman]

You can go for a 10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes or better still 5w-40 synthetic changed every 10,000 or once a year, which ever comes first. http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Gearbox, 75w-80 I would go for this one as it is also Citreon approved http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuchs-titan-sintofluid-sae-75w-80-synthetic-manual-transmission-fluid.aspx

Cheers

Guy

[phil-jones]

saxo furio 70k miles, drive average 30 miles a day to work, i am going to change oil and filter whats the best oil to use

[oilman]

You'll find our service pack recommendations here

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/oil-and-filter-service-pack-citroen.aspx

Cheers
Guy

[Sammy-Boy]

Hello mate what engine oil should I use:

Desire
2004
1.1
43000

Road Use
No Modifications

Ive got some 5W-40 from Halfords is this ok?

[oilman]

Yes mate, 5w-40 or 10w-40 is fine.

Cheers

Guy

[Sammy-Boy]

Yes mate, 5w-40 or 10w-40 is fine.

Cheers

Guy

Cheers buddy :y:

[CoolC]

Make: Citreon Saxo
Model: VTR
Year: 2002
Engine: 1.6, 8v
Mileage 69,000.

Any mods: Raceland enclosed + green. Janspeed manifold, centre and backbox.
Type of use: road

What do you want a recommendation for?
engine


I have been told not to buy fully synthetic from a guy i work with because it can damage the engine after a while? Is this true. Will prob be ordering the oil when you reccomend me one :)

[oilman]

He is wrong, simple as that. The engine does not change what it is made from as it gets older, so if synthetic is suitable when new, it is also suitable 10 years down the line.

The only time synhetics can cause problems is in very old engines and synthetics that are of a too lower viscosity are used or the engine has been very badly neglegted over its life time, say 10 years or more and oil never really changed, then when you put a synthetic in all it wants to do is clean it out, this can lead to leaks.

I would go with the Motul 8100 Xcess 5w-40 http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

Cheers

Guy.