Hi everyone,
It probably been asked a mile times discussed over and over again about which oil for which engine etc.
I have tried the Halfords classic 20W50 for a change as it’s the most easily accessible and cheapest one I can find over here in Ireland works out around €25 for 5 litres.
I have noticed since changing to it from Morris Golden film SAE 30 it’s a lot more Smokey on start up that could be for many reasons but I said I’d put it out here and ask what your preference is.
For reference I have 2.0 CU air-cooled Westfalia.
Thanks!
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Engine oil (Halfrauds Classic)
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Re: Engine oil (Halfrauds Classic)
15 40 Mineral is what I use for the waterboxer, Sarran should be able to advise you on whats best.
Might even be on the wiki.
Might even be on the wiki.
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15w40 mineral is what I use, don't mix and match by mixing different types is the rule i believe, loads of info on the wiki and on other threads, it normally pops up as "oh no not another engine oil question" Just to add the only problem I have is which maker to buy from, last oil change I used Car Lube from GSF but they don't sell it any more.
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Thanks for the info have another Tin of the Halfords stuff there so another two service worths with the reminder of the last tin.
I’ll see how it performs in the hopefully increase in temperature Over next few months.
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I’ll see how it performs in the hopefully increase in temperature Over next few months.
Thanks
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Re: Engine oil (Halfrauds Classic)
Has anyone tried Mannol oil? They do a 20W50 mineral oil in 20L cans delivered for under £60. Delivery to Eire is an extra £11, but around £70 for five oil changes and some left for topping up is tempting.
This is from an eBay shop based in Milton Keynes.
This is from an eBay shop based in Milton Keynes.
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Re: Engine oil (Halfrauds Classic)
I use Valvoline VR1 20/50 mineral oil year round. Drop it out religiously every 6 months and replace the filter at the same time. It costs £35 a pop but worth it in my opinion (there are plenty of reviews on it).
How much more smokey is it as I wouldn’t have thought this should have made a difference. Can you post up a vid if possible.
How much more smokey is it as I wouldn’t have thought this should have made a difference. Can you post up a vid if possible.
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Re: Engine oil (Halfrauds Classic)
Yes I bought this oil works great done 3 oil changes in my 86 1.9 panel van used for work every dayRosie n' Jim wrote:Has anyone tried Mannol oil? They do a 20W50 mineral oil in 20L cans delivered for under £60. Delivery to Eire is an extra £11, but around £70 for five oil changes and some left for topping up is tempting.
This is from an eBay shop based in Milton Keynes.