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It's not something we sell so I can't really comment on it.

Hi No, it's a bit thin, you want a 5w-40. Cheers Tim

Hi Yes, here you go. http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-60263-millers-oils-xf-longlife-c2-5w-30.aspx Cheers Tim

Hi Don't get confused by an oil being made by the same people as being the same thing. For example, there are three different types of synthetic basestocks, so there can be a big difference between the basic make up of oils, even though the labels essentially say the same thing...

Hi Thanks for that imprezaworks. The Elf is a decent choice, but there are plenty of other 5w-40s and we're going to have an offer starting later where there will be (I think) 20% off most oils. http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx Out of those, the best ones are the Fuchs/Silkolene...

The GL4/GL5 thing that seems to be getting more and more well known is based on out of date information. Back in the 1970s, when GL5 oils were first introduced, it was very quickly realised that the additives attacked yellow metals. That was no good to the oil manufacturer or user, so the...

Feel free to contact us here for any Gearbox, diff & transfer box recommendations or any oil related questions you may have. It's a good time to buy, we are currently giving an additional 20% off All Gear Oils with voucher code GEAR20 Alternatively complete our oil recommendation form...

That's it, but it's fine to mix grades. Cheers Tim

Getting the right oil for gearboxes, diffs and transfer boxes can be tricky, so please ask here if there is any information that you need. To help us to give the most accurate advice possible we do need some information about your car. e.g. Make: Model: Year: Manual/Auto: Performance...

Engine Oil Viscosity Viscosity is the most misunderstood aspect of oil and yet it is the most important. Viscosity is the force required to shear (break) the oil at a certain speed and temperature. Oils work because they have viscosity; the drag of a rotating part pulls oil from a low-pressure...

Hi A 5w-40 synthetic is the best option. http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx Out of those, the best ones are the Fuchs/Silkolene Pro S, Millers CFS NT/CFS, Motul 300V, Redline and Gulf Competition. The Motul 8100 X-Cess, Millers XFS, Shell Helix, Fuchs Supersyn and Mobil Super 3000 are...

My data says 3.4L, seems like a lot to me, but there are a few Renault boxes that take about 3L. You need an MTF for the gearbox and I would go with the Redline MTL, Amsoil MTF or Fuchs Sintofluid. The Millers EP 75w-80, Gulf Gear TX and Motul Motylgear are good cheaper alternatives...

Castrol are like pretty much all oil companies, they may good stuff (Edge), mid range (Magnatec) and basic (GTX), but I wouldn't say they are rubbish. The only real issues with them are that they don't really make any proper performance oils (other than the Edge 10w-60, but that's only suitable...

Unless the oil temp is getting really hot (over 130C), then a quality 5w-40, like the Pro S, will be fine for track use. Cheers ​Tim

I've got some WESC ones and they are pretty good, especially as they were only about a tenner off Ebay. They aren't as good as my old Sennheisers though. My brother got the Nixons and wasn't overly impressed, they're more about looking good than sound quality. I'd go for the best Sennheisers you...

The manufacturer tolerances are a bit of a cop out really, a litre per 1000 miles or even worse kms is a real pain. What oil are you using? Cheers Tim

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15% Off All Gulf Competition Products Voucher Code: GULF15 Gulf Competition is a range of products specially formulated for, and tested in, race and rally conditions in a variety of cars. The engine oils are based on the very latest concept of synthetic fluids, such as chemically pure...

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A 5w-40 synthetic is the best option 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...

Hi all, Around this time of year we get quite a few questions about experiencing difficult gearshifts in cold weather, so we thought you might find this useful. Using the incorrect viscosity gear oil in your car can make gear changes very difficult when the gearbox, and oil are cold. This is...

Hi What year is your car? Cheers Tim

Yeah, but in a car a few extra horses is a bonus. In seriousness, there is nothing the matter with Castrol, other than being a bit expensive and they don't really make as full a range as some companies. If you're looking at oil for a Clio, you want a 5w-40 and the Castrol Edge 5w-40 is...

It's not something we sell, there are better oils about, but there are worse ones too.

Thanks for the order. You need to put in the club discount code for the members 10%. If you let me have the order number, I'll get the difference refunded. Cheers Tim

When was the oil last changed and what did you use? Cheers Tim

Also, 80w is not as fluid at cold temps as 75w, so in the cold winter months you may find the gearshift baulky untill the box warms up. Cheers Guy

We tend to recommend this one from Fuchs http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-981-fuchs-titan-sintofluid-sae-75w-80-synthetic-manual-transmission-fluid.aspx Does not need changing very often, my info says it should be checked every 20,000km or 24months. Cheers Guy

Hi Alex I would use a 5w-40 synthetic and here are the ones that we sell. 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...

Hi folks, With winter here and plenty of cold starts, perhaps it's time to consider changing the oil that you use in your car. Does your antifreeze need changing? Is your gearshift okay when cold? Do you need something to protect your car from the weather? Let us know if you need any...