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It depends on the quality of basestocks used, not all synthetics are synthetic, some are "hydrocracked" petroleum oils. Cheers Simon

It depends on the quality. If they have identical composition then there will be no difference. 5w flows more quickly when you turn the key in any temperature and therefore less engine wear. 90% of wear occurs on cold start. Cheers Simon

Why do oils lose viscosity with use? Viscosity Index Improvers. An oils viscosity will decrease as the engine temperature rises. Viscosity Index Improvers are added to reduce this thinning. They are a key addative in the production of multigrade oils. VI Improvers are heat sensitive...

Just call me monday and we'll work out something ;) 01209 215164 Cheers Guy

This offer is now CLOSED! Thanks to those who ordered. If you would like our latest price list which includes oils by Silkolene, Mobil, Castrol and Motul, Brembo Brake Kits, Denso Spark Plugs, Purolator Filters, DNX Performance exhausts, Car Care products and Splitfire Performance Gauges...

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They are completely different. The Excellium is petroleum based, the PRO S is pure synthetic. Cheers Simon

This offer ends at midday on the 7th October. You need to call 01209 215164 to order, payment by credit/debit card. Cheers Simon

CARRIAGE FREE Oil Offer! Here are the prices which include vat and are carriage FREE delivered to your door within the UK Mainland by Amtrak. Only the products listed below and the listed quantities are included in this offer and we cannot offer others. With some products we have a...

Prices are going up and all our oil suppliers have announced increases from 1st October! We are currently working on our new price lists. For a limited period ONLY we will be offering a selection of our oils "Carriage FREE!" We are just working out the final list and prices but this will...

The Silkolene PRO S 5w-40 would be my choice at £39.99 for 5L and it will last 12000 miles. The Motul 300V is also an excellent oil but a little dearer. Just email me for a price list: mailto:sales@opieoils.co.uk">sales@opieoils.co.uk Cheers Simon

Or even better still use Silkolene or Motul ;) Cheers, Simon

So long as its the correct viscosity and meets the required specs then youll be fine. Cheers Simon

I thought this would be of interest as Its probably the question I get asked the most. Shame the answer isnt simple though! The basic benefits are as follows: Extended oil drain periods Better wear protection and therefore extended engine life Most synthetics give better MPG They flow...

Or, if youd like a wider choice, look here: http://www.opieoils.co.uk/lubricants.htmhttp://www.opieoils.co.uk/lubricants.htm And for a discounted price list on all we sell just email me: mailto:sales@opieoils.co.uk">sales@opieoils.co.uk Cheers Simon

Just drop me an email mailto:sales@opieoils.co.uk">sales@opieoils.co.uk Cheers Simon

Its not uncommon for OEMs to give the same recommended oils for a range of cars as this is what they are tested on and it keeps things simple. 10w-40 semi-synthetic is in effect a minimum standard or adequate oil. 5w-40 being synthetic is always the best option unless the engine is in a...

It shouldnt do in an engine thats in a decent condition as it flows a lot better than thicker oils. Cheers Simon

5w-40 Cheers Simon

If not a sticky, how about a bump - ouch!

Indeed, it would save all the oily questions leaving just the "special" ones to be answered here or by email. Cheers Simon

This post of mine should have been "stuck" first time around, pehaps an admin will do it now. Please? These are the recommended grades for standard cars in a normal road use situation. If this does not apply to you because the car is modded or used on the track than read my comments. Petrol...

TBH, Suabaru recommend 5w-30 and 5w-40 for later models 2000 onwards and we recommend a fully synthetic 5w-40 in these cases. Earlier models tend to prefer 10w-40 or 10w-50. Depending on the state of modification, there may be a case for thicker oils but if your oil temps dont exceed 120degC...

What I use in mine of course! 5w-30 Cheers Simon

I read on many forums about 0w and 5w oils being too thin. I will try to explain it without getting over technical and well go from there. 0w-40, 5w-40, 10w-40 and 15w-40 are all the same thickness (14cst) at 100degC. Centistokes (cst) is the measure of a fluids resistance to flow...

Why 5w-40? Because, it has better cold start than 10w, 15w etc meaning less engine wear and it still protects as an sae 40 at 100degC. Its synthetic an none of this hydrocracked rubbish and therefore stays in grade longer meaning longer drain intervals. And, Renault now recommend it for...

Here are my contact details: mailto:sales@opieoils.co.uk">sales@opieoils.co.uk Tel: 01209 215164 Guy or Simon Data: http://www.opieoils.co.uk/lubricants.htmhttp://www.opieoils.co.uk/lubricants.htm Cheers Simon

I would look at Silkolene or Motuls top synthetics like PRO S or 300V for top quality! Cheers Simon

Of course you can use 0w-40, it has the same viscosity as 5w-40 at 100degC and flows better when cold. M1 is a proper pao synthetic and better then the Elf quality wise. Cheers, Simon