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fairway · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 16:15 Post subject: engine oil 5/30 or 10 30

Just got 3.0L 4JX engine Finding it hard to get this oil, this sounds daft can get it for a petrol engine but not a diesel engine.run of the mill car part shops want to sell me 15/40 diesel oil .any good? . 1st time on.

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DYLAN · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 16:36 Post subject:

No i think the 3.0 has to have 5/30 oil, Someone will come on to tell you where to find it i'm sure. I think halfords sell it but don't quote me on that.

markymoan · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 16:40 Post subject:

5/30 semi synthetic, and yes i'm sure Halfords do sell it.

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K.Goodwin · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 19:10 Post subject:

yep, 5w30. It has to be that to get the correct pressure for the injectors to work, or something like that. Chris'll be along to clarify that Smile

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Chris B · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 19:10 Post subject:

Some of the 5w30 oils are suitable for both epetrol and diesel engines - try a vauxhall garage as they often stock it.

We sell the Carplan 5w30 at work that is suitable for both...
http://cpc.farnell.com/jsp/endecaSearch/partDetail.jsp?SKU=CP03784
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Topvaux · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 20:35 Post subject:

Yes, Vauxhall do a fully synthetic 5/30 which is good for petrol and diesel engines.

Last time I bought some it cost me about £50 for a box of 4x 5ltr bottles which is pretty reasonable I think.

markymoan · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 20:45 Post subject:

I think most oils these days are good for both, years ago oil for diesels was the only one with detergent in, modern oil is a lot more advanced.
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Peej · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 21:02 Post subject:

markymoan · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 21:10 Post subject:

That sounds to cheap, sure its not 4x 1L bottles Question

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Topvaux · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 21:22 Post subject:

No, definately 5 ltrs, but I just remembered they give me "Trade Club" prices so it may be a bit more at normal Retail. Still reckon you'd get a good deal if you ask - why not try to blag a Trade Club price anyway!?

markymoan · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 21:31 Post subject:

Cant fault you, thats the sort of price people pay for the cheap nasty stuff Very Happy

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DYLAN · Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2007 21:49 Post subject:

Little tip when you go into a motor factors (and youre not in the trade) pick your nearest big taxi firm and ask for a trade price you work for said taxi firm. If they ask if its account reply no cash. job done trade price every time Very Happy

. used to work for me.

fairway · Posted: Sun Feb 18, 2007 19:41 Post subject: ENGINE OIL 5/30 OR 10/30

Thanks for all the replys, there will be a lot more question to come.

greasemonkey · Posted: Sun Feb 18, 2007 21:14 Post subject:

Hi
the vauxhall oil is very very good
buy three get one free
fully synthetic and extended servicing 20,000 miles 1 year
cheers
GM
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sconie · * Joined: 24 Jan 2007 Posts: 35 Location: Scotland