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1st August 2013, 23:55
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I have a Honda CL1 Euro R and it basically has the same LSD gearbox as an Accord Type R of 2001.
I changed the gearbox oil last weekend for fresh valvoline 75-90 and now it crunches when I change to 5th when above 3k revs and occasionally on other gears.
What oil would you suggest to sooth my poorly box, it didnt crunch or anything before the change!
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2nd August 2013, 09:01
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A 75w-90 is too thick so I'd suggest going for a 70w-80 or 75w-80
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-670-75w-...ion-fluid.aspx
Fuchs Sintofluid, Amsoil MTF and Redline MTL are ideal.
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4th August 2013, 09:09
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4th August 2013, 15:31
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It's a good oil for the money, ideal for road use and a little bit of track time too.
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4th August 2013, 21:37
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That's great thanks car does circa 4 track days a year so should be ok
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4th August 2013, 22:48
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Great thank you.
Also what engine oil for my 2010 Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart 1.5 Turbo Petrol? Cheers
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5th August 2013, 09:42
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Hi
I would use a 5w-30 oil
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-653-5w-30.aspx
The best ones there are the Fuchs/Silkolene Pro S, Motul 300V, Mobil ESP, Castrol Edge, Shell Helix Ultra Extra, Millers XF, Fuchs GT1 and Redline, but the Motul Eco-Energy, Millers XSS and Fuchs XTR are good cheaper alternatives.
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5th August 2013, 17:32
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I was just looking to order the oil but noticed on the description for the Amsoil MTF its a 5w30 oil? I just want to confirm that will be ok yeh?
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6th August 2013, 08:45
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For some reason Amsoil rate the MTF in engine oil terms and a 5w-30 is roughly equivalent to a 75w-80.
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19th August 2013, 18:26
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I plan to booster my 106 1.6 16v its 30k engine and now i run with 10-40w but when its boosted what will be best oil ?
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20th August 2013, 08:36
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Hi
I would say a good 5w-40 would probably be the way to go, unless you are getting high (over 125C) oil temps, then a 10w-50 is the best choice.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-659-10w-50.aspx
Out of those, the best ones are the Fuchs/Silkolene Pro S, Millers CFS/CFS Nanodrive, Motul 300V, Redline and Gulf Competition.
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25th August 2013, 21:07
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hi oilman.
what oil will be best for my engine? ph3 cams, throttle bodies etc. looking to track next year.
also gearbox oil? standard box with quaife..
cheers josh
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25th August 2013, 21:42
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Saxo VTR 2002 93k miles
Induction kit and full exhaust upgrade
Motorway mileage of 300+ a week
What engine oil is best for that?
Usually 150+ miles every 3 days!
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27th August 2013, 10:13
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Hi
A 5w-40 is ideal for both of you, although go for one of the better ones if it's going on track.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx
Out of those, the best ones are the Fuchs/Silkolene Pro S, Millers CFS/CFS NT, Motul 300V, Redline and Gulf Competition. The Motul 8100 X-Cess, Millers XFS, Fuchs GT1 XTL/Supersyn, Gulf Formula G, Shell Helix and Mobil Super 3000 are good, cheaper alternatives.
With a Quaife diff, the Fuchs Sintofluid is ideal for the gearbox.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuch...ion-fluid.aspx
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16th September 2013, 22:48
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Tim
need some oil for my zzw30 mr2 I think it is 5w30 currently using the fuchs gt1 longlife stuff which seems to be doing the job quite well, do you have any other recommendations at all? would prefer a full synth on this one if poss.
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17th September 2013, 09:46
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Hi
If it's not burning much oil, a 5w-30 is ideal.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-653-5w-30.aspx
The best ones there are the Fuchs/Silkolene Pro S, Motul 300V, Mobil ESP, Castrol Edge, Shell Helix Ultra Extra, Millers XF, Fuchs GT1 and Redline, but the Motul Eco-Energy, Millers XSS and Fuchs XTR are good cheaper alternatives.
Cheers
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23rd September 2013, 22:36
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I've been offered some 5w 30 fully synth Mobil for my VTR for free. It only has breathing mods and is on 117K. Is it ok to run that in it? Mainly motorway miles, 30 miles a day round trip.
Also been offered 75w 90 gear oil. What's your thoughts?
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24th September 2013, 09:45
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Hi Matt
Both are nearly right, but not quite ideal. A 5w-30 is likely to burn off quite quickly and a 75w-90 will make the gear changes stiffer. You really want a 5w-40 and a 75w-80.
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24th September 2013, 11:11
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Quote:
Originally Posted by oilman
Hi Matt
Both are nearly right, but not quite ideal. A 5w-30 is likely to burn off quite quickly and a 75w-90 will make the gear changes stiffer. You really want a 5w-40 and a 75w-80.
Cheers
Tim
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Ok thanks Tim.
So in terms of burning off that's gonna mean that I'll be topping up quite regularly but it would be better for cold start and shorter journeys?
The gearbox is a big concern for me so I'm gonna take your recommendation on both. Would fuchs fully synth for both cover it? Or alternatively can you recommend anything on a budget that'll cut the mustard?
Cheers
Matt
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24th September 2013, 11:38
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Hi Matt
The Fuchs Sintofluid 75w-80 is a top quality oil for the gearbox, so worries there.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuch...ion-fluid.aspx
If you want a cheap but very good engine oil, the one I'd go for at the moment is the Millers XF Longlife.
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-74058-mi...ngine-oil.aspx
It's very good for the money and meets the same specs as oils that are £10+ more than it.
Cheers
Tim
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