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Which engine oil to use?

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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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Hi

I know there are probably posts about engine oils already, but the new forum search is pretty rubbish.

Just wondering which engine oil to use ?

Can you mix different oils? I.e topping up with different oil

Any info will be appreciated
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 12:33 PM
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I'd say you mix different brands that are the same grade.

I use 5w40 millers full synth and my car runs very quiet.

Alot of people use castrol diesel oil too
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 12:47 PM
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I kind of like the new search function form.

https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/169...w30-for-s2000/
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 01:09 PM
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This one, ignore the diesel bit it makes no difference.

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-719-cast...ngine-oil.aspx

And you can get it from Halfords.

Don't use 0w it will feck your timing chain tensioner.
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by trongo88
Hi

I know there are probably posts about engine oils already, but the new forum search is pretty rubbish.
Millions of posts, and the new search is extremely good. I'd have another go. Also have a look in the FAQ
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 02:11 PM
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New search is rubbish.
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 12:48 AM
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I found the answer in 3 clicks and typing in the word "oil" Works perfectly.

Maybe we need a how to use the search topic.

The key is clicking on the cog icon, then you get the full search options.

Type in "oil" in the top box.

Then select "forums" although it should already be selected.

Then click UK community.

And away you go.
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 12:54 AM
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PS - FAQ is here:

https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/301...nical-faq-v21/
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 04:10 AM
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Castrol edge is cheap as chips from asda atm
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 04:13 AM
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Good tip off, ta.
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