oil tag
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Mazda3 oil filter. Where is it? Got do an oil change on the missus' new car, had a quick look to see how awkard it was gonna be to get at, but I couldn't find it.Is it in a weird place or am I just going blind! 2006 Mazda3 2.0L |
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Oil change wheres the best place for service on ute in hamilton |
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HONDA AUTO TRANS OIL have just drained and replaced auto trans oil in a 94 honda ascot.could'nt get genuine honda atf-z1 so bought castrol atf recommended post 1990.car is now high revving when changing between 3rd and 4th gear and laging when put in reverse.oil seems to ... |
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Redline 75W140 oil with FM Doesnt anyone know where I can buy this from! BNT has 80W140 but really need 75 with the friction modifier mixed in |
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Honda foreman 500 oil change? hi, can anyone tell me how many litres my 2002 honda foreman 500 auto takes please, also the bike shop gave me 15w50 oil witch differs to the type i got to top up oil when i first bought bike, is this rite! thanks mike |
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Oil Change for 50cc scooter Just wondering if i need to an oil change on my 4 stoke scooter every 1000 kms as i did an oil change when it reach 3000kms and now its just over 4000 kms or will the oil last until my next service which is 5000kms Any ideal wil be good thanks! |
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Oil for Nissan terrano petrol VG30 1994 150k! Guys, I just bought one, which type of oil to be used! very much appreciated, cheers |
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Petrol smell in motor oil on a bike Changing oil on a Suzuki Trojan 200cc farm bike, I noticed too much oil and a smell of petrol in the oil, what could cause that ! The bike has only been used recently for short runs. |
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Grandma's CRX - what oil to use! Nanna's little red over-locker needs and oil change - Early 90's CRX Del Sol - D15b 1500 single cammer vtec motor. Mostly used for short stop and go shopping trips. 180k on the dial. 20-50 or 15-40! Anyone know of oil and filter combo deals that a... |
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Oil filters - where do you buy yours? Might as well get a good quality filter from Honda for $30.71 |
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Oil filters. Its it all right to use an oil filter that is slighty shorter still the right roundness its it all right to use an oil filter that is slighty shorter still the right roundness! |
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Crack in engine oil sump Question: Can a oil sump be welded in place with oil in it and what precaustions have to be taken to ensure the oil doesn't catch fire |
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High km's oil! What oil should I use in my BA falcon! It's 6 cyl XT with 275k's. |
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Oil for 350 Chev SB What oil would you recommend for an old school 350 Chev! haven't had to top it up since I brought it several months back but have a longer trip planned and want to ensure everything is in order. |
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Doing oil / filter change which grade of oil to use for honda integra sedan 1600 motor. 1991jap.1994 n.z.135000ks. |
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Filling oil up on a 1998 ford falcon forte sw cant figure out how to fill or check the oil on our car and check the sutomatic levels |
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Transfer case oil! i have a 1996 mitsi vr4 it is wining when cruising at 100kmh like a syncro is fucked lol i i checked the transfer case and nothing came out,what oil is the best 2 put in and how much does it hold! thanks |
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Smoke and excessive oil leakage Isuzu 2.8 turbo. (4JB1) Was running perfectly till about a week ago. Now it smokes excessivly on start up now and again, and Yesterday developed a massive oil leakage. I did a 400 Km round trip and used 5 litres of oil which is now on the road and sprayed... |
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Burning oil.! I've started to notice my 3SFE Celica doesn't burn oil going too and from work everyday (10km drive, gets up to temp well before I arrive) but after my 800km journey to and from Auckland this week I notived it had used around a liter of the stuff.... |
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Half of NZ'ers dont even check their oil http://nz.news.yahoo.com/a/-/top-stories/12331051/drivers-not-checking-engine-oil-vtnz/ doesn't surprise me at all |
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Is small oil leak 'acceptable quality' under CGA! Bought a 16 year old car last week from a registered trader and it drips a few spots every time I drive it. Have to put a mat under it to not stain the driveway. My mechanic says it's the crankcase seal and will cost quite a bit to fix. Dealer says ne... |
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New centrifuge oil cleaner project Involving a .space saver wheel Stub/hub set Some 15mm x 25mm square tubing 1/4hp electric motor 9kg lpg bottle & a few other bits & bobs as needed Whipped the top off the Lpg bottle this afternoon with the oxy/acet cutter Took the tyre off the spa... |
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Powerglide HK oil cooler pipes trans. to radiator where is a good place to get new tubing,to replace the rusted tubes |
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Mazda 626 using oil. Hi i have a mazda 626 year 2000 which is using oil we have done an oil change and use 2050 oil compression Hi, I have a mazda 626 year 2000 which is using oil. We have done an oil change, and use 20/50 oil. compression test was all at 175 psi, and there are no oil puddles on ground and no blowing no smoke. |
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Mazda 626 using oil. Hi i have a mazda 626 year 2000 which is using oil compression test was all at 175 psi we have replaced the Hi, I have a mazda 626 year 2000 which is using oil. Compression test was all at 175 psi, we have replaced the oil filter and use 20/50 oil. It is not blowing smoke, and not leaving oil on the ground. Car appears to being running ok. Any ideas as to why i... |
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Oil Change Question (Generic I know.) Hey I was just wondering what kind of oil to use in a 2000 Subaru Legacy (NZ new,not turbo), noting that I live in Dunedin. I'm guessing a 10w 40, synthetic! But am not exactly sure.Any input appreciated, thanks. |
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VS Calais 5.0 Low oil pressure. What to do! Had the car about 2 months. It has a bit of a rattle when cold started till oil light goes out. We took it over the hill and worked it a bit and the temp got up a little more than usual but still under halfway on the gauge, when we come to idle the oil li... |
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Gear box oil 4 a suzuki alto 5 speed! could someone please tell me wot type of gear box oil do i put into my 1995 alto suzuki 5 speed gear box. cheers |
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Subaru oil change - that was easy! 99 impreza. No need to even jack it up. Filter right there at the front, staring at you. Just need the biggest socket I have ever used to loosen the sump plug. |
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THE GOOD OIL I travel 750k a week all highway 100-120kph ops Car is a 92 Pulsar xirOil changes every 10-15,000 kWhich oil is best for me to use! long lasting etc etc Cheers |
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Oil change intervals for rav4! Hello people, I have read the owners manual but have had no luck finding out when I should be changing the oil, can anyone shed any light on this! It's a 1998 rav4 with the 3s-ge motor! Cheers |
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Castrol engine oil Hello Just wondering if many people use the Castrol Edge 10w-60 and what there opinion of it is!Can i expect to get better oil pressure when the car is hot with using this oil over using the Castrol Magnatec 10w-40!Thanks |
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4efte oil filter location! Hey guys having a bit of trouble locating the oil filter on a 98 starlet glanza anyone know where they ae! |
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What kind of oil should i use! hey guys i have a 1994 twin turbo subaru legacy gt and i was wanting to do an oil change on it does anybody know what oil i should use |
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Rb25det s2. Brought one of trade me now the water return line for the turbo isn39t put back and the right side of the oil filter brought one of trade me, now the water return line for the turbo isn't put back, and the right side of the oil filter there is a water pipe going to know where is was wondering where they go! Any help will be great full thanks |
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Mobil oil. trust it http://www.filmarchive.org.nz/sellebration/view.php!id=122 |
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How much do you pay for oil change Partner had a quote for a oil change on her ford AU XR6 price to do oil change $135 + oil and filter , personally I thought this was maybe a bit too dear! |
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Gave the car an oil and filter change and now . It running really rough and jerky! |
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Which way does oil filter come off please! ford falcon stationwagon, tryna take off old filter, I had car for a year, and I am having trouble getting it off, hands cant fit in underneath to have 2 hands to wind it off, but Im wondering now which way, is it clockwise as have been trying that way! |
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What is the best oil for 2003 manual Mazda rx8! synthetic or mineral!who uses what! please help |
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Surf oil change, how many litres of oil? does it need back in it once i have drained it and changed the filter! anybody know! is a 93 3.0ltr turbo diesel. has the kz185! i think. cheers |
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How much trans oil BA Falcon Anyone got an idea! Cheers. |
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Has anyone strained used motor oil? We made a mistake with some engine oil and ending up mixing 4 litres of new engine oil with 2 litres of used oil. The used oil was drained from the sump about 1000 km after an oil change on a Corolla. So we have 6 litres that we don't want to waste. M... |
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What grade oil? Engine and trans 1997 Accord Vti 2.2l Non vtec, needing to change engine oil, what grade do i use! also trans fluid is low, checked it in park and Neutral with engine running, what trans fluid and how much should i expect to put in Cheers, |
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Jeep serviced today and had no oil in it.wtf? Put the 4.7 V8 Grand Cherokee up on the hoist to drain out the oil and stuff all came out. No knocks, no smoke, no leaks.wheres it gone too! Its using 10w30 - should it be thinner like a 5w30 or someting! |
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Formula for oil is there a formula/equation for working out how much oil to stick in for doing a oil change with a filter |
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Spark Plug covered in oil that now explians why the car died on me. have checked all 4 spark plugs but only one has oil over it. Have cleaned it off and car is going to mechanics to be fixed. Going to have someone follow me incase it dies again and needs to be towed. But any ideas... |
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EL XR6 high oil pressure I have a 1997 EL XR6 Falcon which i have owned for a couple of months now. It has always run a reasonably high oil pressure but i have noticed recently that once warm the gauge is usually going rite up to the red line and today on my way home i noticed it... |
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AU Falcon random drop in Oil pressure. Every so often. Happened 3 times in 6 months of ownership.2 of those times were today. It only happens when towing the cherry picker. The oil gauge with drop just above red and then the oil light will show and beep. Touch the go pedal and it will go back ... |
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Mini. What is the reason for smoke coming out of the oil filler hole What is the reason for smoke coming out of the oil filler hole. |
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G-Force compressor - oil weight/quantity Just picked up a little 24L 1.5hp compressor for the grand total of $12, which was supposed to be broken, but actually does seem to work just fine, it looks to have lost most it's oil though from sitting on it's side. Anybody have a manual handy c... |
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How to stop oil leaking out a mini breather filter ive got a mini breather filter on my h22a head and it leaks a bit how do i stop this! |
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Oil for Toyota Vitz 2002 What grade id recommended, 5w-30 or 10w-30! Done 93000k. |
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Where's my oil going? Have a 95 Accord,307000 kms.Changed oil 4000kms ago and the oil level on dipstick always reads very low when I check it.Always has since I bought it at 294000kms.Has had two oil changes since then.I keep topping it up but few hundred k's later its low... |
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Lawnmower oil I have just been given a lawnmower (4 stroke) to hold on to and use as a friend has no use for it anymore, but doesn't want to sell it. Unfortunatly between being in his possesion and mine he lent it to someone else who has not looked after it. I am g... |
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Oil filter size for Mazda Lantis Just wondering if anyone can shed some light on this for me. My Mrs car is a 93 Mazda Lantis 2.0L. I'm wanting to give it an oil and filter change but need to confirm whether or not the 1.6L engine oil filter will fit as the 2.0L engine isn't list... |
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2 stroke oil for boat or motorbike Can the 2 stroke oil for a motorbike be used in a boat motor as well! |
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What oil to get hi.i have a 91 mazda proceed 2.6 and wanting to do a oil and filter change, what type of oil should i be looking for! cheers |
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Guy hits oil spill at 150kmh Amazing video! http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=uYjLVK8V0iY |
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Engine covered in oil - Shell service station ! My wife called by our local Shell petrol station on Saturday purchasing fuel and oil needed topping up.On Monday she arrived home from work to say her car was smelling and the engine had cut out - she lost power and had come to a stop.She started the engi... |
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The oil in the water jacket thread - am I blind! I have been offline for the last few hours, but I swear there was an interesting thread with only seven posts in it when I last looked at the TMMB (around 7pm). Did it turn to puss and get 'voted', and if so do I even need to ask who got offended!... |
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Old Oil Probably been asked before; best place for disposing of old car/bike oil in Auckland (prefer North Shore) Also who buys car batteries on the Shore! |
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Toyota 1 KDFTV Oil i have a new hilux 3 litre ute,just wondering what oil people are using .one Toyota dealer reckoned Castrol Magnatec professional 10w30.another said Delo 15w40.the reason i ask is i have heard of these engines under heavy loading,varnishing the oil and bl... |
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Grade of oil for a 2003 Mazda 6 NZ New! cheers |
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Oil pressure problems Im stumped. Well here is the run-down of the events. One morning approx a week ago I noticed that my oil pressure light flickered when starting up then after 2 seconds extinguished so I thought hmmm what is that. Well it did it the next day too. That got ... |
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Oil change in Auckland Vehicle needs an oil change. Can't be stuffed doing it myself this time. Any recommendations in the Auckland (Northern part) for a place that does it. |
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Correct Oil for W8 Passat? 10W30 or 5w40? As in title, any knowledgable people able to help me out! |
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98 suby outback, oil in radiator Just wondering if anyone can point us in the right direction. Thinking head gasket! I noticed the temp went up 3/4 to High while idling and it went back down to normal when I went straight up to the house (I'd just returned from town and was locking a... |
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What oil to use? I need to do an oil change on both our cars and thought Id check if anyone can recommend a good grade/brand to use.I was probably just going to get something like magnatec for both cars, a 94 ford laser and a 98 falcon. |
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Oil grades & additives for diesel engine 1st off, just want to say WHAT A DIFFERENCE, changing the oil grade & type in my Surf has made. Over the last 2 years or so, have been running std diesel grade mineral 15/40 oil = always seemed to be running ok. Put in mineral 15/50 & everything a... |
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Water, oil and lots of smoke coming out of exhaust The member deleted this message. |
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Oil Question. This may seem ovbvious but id rather be certain i have two bottles of 10w 40 synthetic oil however they are differ This may seem ovbvious but Id rather be certain. I have two bottles of 10w-40 synthetic oil. However they are different brands, would it be all good to use them both together!Cheers. |
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Is it necessary to change dif oil every 40,000 kms, and it the manuel says every 80,000kms for the gearbox, should be other way round or not! |
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Oil or something leak to diagnose. Hi, 92 Corolla hatch parked up a lot now am only driving a few times a week. Was parked on uphill, and i noticed a rainbow slick leak under the car off to the gutter from somewhere forward of front tyres is my guess, not a lot but because roads still wet ... |
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Reccomended oil for log splitter engine perhaps google "kohler" |
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Changing oil I find that fluids find the natural level and if there isn't a hole at the lowest point that they won't empty completely from the containment vessel. |
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Which grade of oil is best for a 1994 Rav4 Been using a 15w-40 but when I start it from cold in the morning there is a rattle from the engine that lasts about one to two seconds.I use a genuine Toyota filter as I have been told non genuine filters dont maintain the oil inside after the engine is t... |
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Toyota funcargo oil change does anyone know how much oil is required here, and type! Thanks |
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Which brand of 2-stroke oil? Which brand of 2 stroke oil is the best! Motul! |
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How do I repair a broken oil dipstick tube-Nissan? We have a 2002 Nissan March and the tube in which the dipstick runs has broken off at or near the engine block and the tube and dipstick arenow detached from the car. I'm away at present, so haven't seen them, but I'd be grateful for any advic... |
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Oil change question Anyone know how much roughly for an oil change! TIA. |
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Cleaning Oil and Rust stains off driveway Try ask in the Farming Messaging board of Trade Me. There's some very heavy duty liquid soaps out there, that dairy farmers use to clean their milking stations floors and stainless steel etc. |
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Chemicals for flushing out old oil The member deleted this message. |
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Fitting oil pressure gauge hi all. i just bought a A/M oil pressure gauge for my sr20de primera. this gauge is electric, the pressure switch does not have the correct thread. what could i do about this! it is the right size but the thread pitch is too fine to screw into engine. |
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Skyline oil the wifes r33 woulnt start the other day.hows the water and oil I ask . huh was the reaction. so i lifted the bonnet and checked the oil and water(which im going to do more often) and ,no supprise it was sweet as. when istarted it ( took a while to start)... |
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Oil question + engine problem? SOLUTIONS? =/ my brothersb18cr powered eg civic. only done 122,xxx on engine what kinda of oil! SAE 5w-30! or 10w-30! 10w-40!.me and my brother have recently done a throttle body clean using, carby/tbodie cleaner and now sometime his car idles funny, reving up and down... |
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Nissan pulsar oil leak Until you know exactly where its coming from the answer to that is no.Firstly you are going to have to clean the whole area where the leak is and then determine whether its engine or trans oil that is leaking. |
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My 1998 Honda is using oil Should I get a thicker grade for it !currently using 10/30. Thanks |
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Vacuum Oil Extractor Where can I buy a vacuum oil extractor to remove 5.5 Litres of engine oil from my car for a quick, easy and clean oil change.Examples found are Liquivac Topside Oil Changer from Amazon (who will not ship to NZ), and Pela PL-6000 from Pela Products UK !(ww... |
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Gentlemen, ld20, oil change. just so i know, how much oil should i expect to put in my nissan ld20 diesel engine! (oil and filter change) cheers in advance guys |
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'97 Vectra B 2.5 V6 oil light coming on Hey guys, have been mucking around with this very same Vectra B with the 2.5 54deg V6 (at least it's 5spd manual.) which has been the bain of my existence for the last 6+ months. It first came to me with a sheared off cam-shaft dowel pin after a reput... |
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Best Oil For 6G74 Hi, could any of the Mitsi gurus tell me what would be the best oil to run in a 6G74 that has done 197000 ks.It doesnt smoke (yet!) but does have a constant leak coming out from under the filler cap.Would that be just a stuffedcap seal or does it mean som... |
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Engine oil Interested to see what every one out there uses tradesman/owners/operators brand names they believe are tops and why. |
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Oil grades. What do the numbers mean on the oil packs 1540 85140 and the wwhats the differance between diesal and petrol engine What do the numbers mean on the oil packs 15/40 ,85/140, and the w.Whats the differance between diesal and petrol engine oils! |
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What grade of oil for Nissan Primera?! Gonna do the good thing and service my mum-in-laws car! she has a 1999 nissan primera DX 2.0. What oil should I use in it!Thanks for your help |
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What oil to use in AU falcon 4.0L Book recommends 5/30. Car has done 199kms, and it is used for towing 1500kgs 1 one weekend every month. No leaks anywhere, Not sure what oil is in it at the moment, all I know is its 2 years old. Is there any good weight of oil I should look at using! can... |
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Best Oil to use in a 2000 Lancaster H6 3.0 Engine What should I use in this car! A semi-synthetic! What grade! Also how often should I change the oil. I hear 5000k from one person and 10000k from another. Cheers |
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Cars leaking oil, help? (95 Subaru Legacy GT) has been parked up for about a year due to suspected blown head gasket (apparently - car has just been given to me) however the water pump was replaced on friday and it seems ok (waterwise since.) The car was out of oil almost, the m... |
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Mazda Familia Oil Change 1994 model 1500cc engine. Any one know how much oil it will take with new filter and without filter change ! |
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Oil feedline and return on the AU Falcon Hey Guys, Bought the trans cooler just wondering is the oil feed line at the top of the radiator and the return will be at the bottom! |
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Suby with an oil leak http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=374624194that listing there seems to have an oil leak and i might pop over to have a look at it this week, although i really don't know too much about subys. I have arond 2g to spend on a car in southlan... |
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Rear oil seal V6 commie, how do I replace this? Now that I have got my series one commie engine up and running, it now dripsalot of oil out the rear of the motor. Can the rear main seal be done by just removing the manual box and clutch etc and slide the seal onto the crank or does the crankshaft need ... |
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OIL - Help needed, urgently Hey guys, I am going to sound like a total noob - but my 1996 Subaru Impreza CS Extra needs an oil top up - however, my owners manual is entirely composed in Japanese, and I'm not that fluent in it =P ANYWAY - what I was wondering is if anyone knows w... |
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Remote oil cooler/filter hoses Hello,Just wondering what is best to use if i want to have a remote oil filter setup. do i need the have the braided hoses or can i used some good high pressure oil rubber hoses! eg rubber hose Listing #: 370829808or braided Listing #: 370387372 Thanks |
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Seafoam additive for fuel and oil Has any one heard of this product and or used it, most forums for cars and motorbikes seem to rave about it, where can I get it from! |
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Waste Oil Does anyone know where in NP can dump 40L waste oil preferably for free! Have tried caltex they dont do this anymore |
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Checking engine oil should engine oil be checked when engine is cold or warm ! |
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Is this a possible scenario? oil pressure. lost all oil pressure in the falcon today, so pulled the distributor to see if I could get any pressure by winding the pump by hand. now when I went to put the socket on the shaft to wind the pump, found out the socket was too small and pushed the shaft d... |
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Oil for a 9" Limited slip Doing a change this weekend and was told Nulon works well in them, so I have some of that. Picked up some limited slip oil today and was told by the rep, that it wouldn't need Nulon. Bitch of an oil to get out as there's no drain plug and the LS d... |
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Subaru Oil leak Wifes little runabout Impeza has just started leaking oil from the bottom of the front plastic timing cover, Ive never had one of these apart (never had to), whats in behind there that would cause a leak, I,m thinking front engine seal but is there anythi... |
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Question about a Peugeot 206 oil filter So, changing the oil filter, its a cartridge type one. First one of that type i've done. The cartridge seems to be stuck to the black housing, should this just be pulled off! and replaced with the new one! Or is there something i'm missing! |
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Oil filter question What brand oil filters are the best eg fram,ryco |
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Time To Prepare For Oil Crisis - Dog & Lemon The government needs to prepare for sudden, severe and ongoing oil shortages, says the car buyers' Dog & Lemon Guide. All the signs point to a looming crisis, yet there's not much sign that the government is actually taking notice." says ... |
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Who is running their vehicle on vegetable oil? Was pretty popular in UK for quite a while there. Mainly because it was actually cheaper to go to the supermarket and buy 40 litres of cooking oil than fill up with diesel. Same probably doesn't apply here, because we pay RUC, in UK the tax is already... |
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If there is a hole in the oil sump No. Only if all the oil has run out of said "hole" and the engine has continued to run. Then it might be "stuffed" |
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Oil temp.Subaru Where would be the best place to put the sensor on a EJ20T! Cheers. |
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1997 hiace petrol engine with oil in the radiator no water in the engine oil yet, no water in the transmission , not over heating just returned from a auckland - wellington return tripis it likely to be corrosion behind the waterpump impeller ! |
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Reuse old oil/save fuel Did you think yr old engine oil is waste!To be recycled by some random!To make that random some $ !WRONG.What you do is filter the oil through a cloth to another container, then mix with your petrol at 200mls per 5 litres. So every 5litres becomes 5.2 lit... |
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Corolla oil pressure The oil pressure gauge on my 1988 FXGT with the 4A motor has suddenly started to read high.It reads three quarters the way up the scale and takes about twenty seconds to return to zero after turning off the motor. Is it the relief valve in the pump or are... |
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What oil for EJ20e What oil should I put in a '98 legacy EJ20e! |
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BYO oil and filter How much is reasonable to pay a mechanic to change your oil and filter if you supply your own engine oil and filter! |
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Water in car oil etc grandie's car went into a huge hole coming over to help me EQ day. Car filled with water & the water has gone into car oil & goodness knows what else. Is there a product that can be flushed through the engine etc to clean it out! Thanx for you... |
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Imported Korean oil filters Hi, I was driving past view rd, glenfield and came across a sign board $55 for engine oil and filter change. Went in to make enquiries. They are using 10w30 engine oil and filter imported from Korea.Can't read Korean so don't know the brand. The s... |
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M/c oil cooler size Pretty sure the 400 one is slightly bigger. I've a 250 one that I was going to put on one of my 600s but it's a bit of a hassle finding somewhere to mount it so I haven't bothered.Needs a couple of nuts welded on around the steering head area ... |
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Using synthetic to top up a car with mineral oil Have to admit that I have mixed oils in the past with no problems. |
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Mitsi pajero Oil Sump! Hi, hubby just brought a mitsi to hack in the bush and needs to know if he can take the oil sump off the engine without taking the engine out!Its a 3.5 litre V6 1993.Can't find any info on internet, any one know! |
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How many litres of oil does my 1994 mazda lantis need! |
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Glass oil jar $$$$! Wow! wondering what gives this jar so much value.$455http://www.trademe.co.nz/Antiques-collectables/Automotive-transport/Other/auction-356118670.htm |
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Where do I look for my oil & filter type for my car please!! Cheers |
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Oil change frequency for low mileage vehicle I have just purchased a weekend only vehicle that has averaged 2000km a year since new. If it's only going to be driven for say 150-200km over the course of a weekend, say one weekend a month, how often should I be doing an oil and filter change! Has ... |
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Jasongroves. Hey mate what oil should i use in a 2002 honda torneo 20 sohc vtec and api rating would be great if you could give Hey mate, what oil should I use in a 2002 Honda Torneo 2.0 SOHC VTEC! And API rating! Would be great if you could give me a screen shot from Autodata aswell. |
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Oil changers. What are your views are they any good what are your views are they any good! |
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Engine oil for K20A What is the most suitable engine oil for these ! I have used Magnatecin the past for EJ20T, EJ25T, SR20DE and 6A13TT. And they all have been running very well. But I have not had a V-tec before. Thanks. |
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ENGINE DIES WHEN OIL CAP REMOVED WHY If any one could help I was looking at an Audi today and when I rermoved the oil cap the engine cut out I have heard that this is bad. What does it mean! Any help appreciated please otherwise the car is mint |
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Oil Filter for CRX I am looking for an oil filter for my 1988 Honda CRX but aren't having much luck. Anyone know of a place that sells suitable good quality filters in Christchurch! I also understand that I need a filter with an anti drain back valve. |
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When a car sits for 7 months do I change the Oil! Im buying a car that has gone thru a wof today! it has been on registration exempt for 6 months, with the oil having been sitting and car hardly used for 6 months as seller brought new car, should I be changing the oil and filter! |
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Hey Jazz. What39s the oil on 2005 passat v5 23l engine What's the oil on 2005 Passat V5 2.3l engine! |
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Holden T5 - gear oil or dex 3! Should I fill my T5 with gear oil or dex 3! A mate told me they have fibre synchros in them and because of this need ATF or they are hard to shift. Just lookin for confirmation before I fill it. |
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Car Service. Took my car in for a service a month ago and the mechanic said he put an engine flush and new oil through the engin Took my car in for a service a month ago and the mechanic said he put an engine flush and new oil through the engine. I noticed a month later the oil is very black and very dirty. Should it be that colour after having a flush or was he just telling me min... |
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Oil Change Time I want to change the oil in my car myself this time. I am not sure what grade oil to use. Car is:1994 Ford Laser aloon GLX 1.5 Litre. Any advice appreciated. Thanks |
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Sae 30 oil Whats a good brand. For my gearboxcheers |
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Oil for nisan sentra 1.6! hi. what would be a good oil brand/ grade for a 1.6 nissan sentra ga16de engine. done 75 000kms i was thinking castrol magnatec 10w-40 or castrol edge 5w-30. usually on sale at a good price in supercheap catalogues etc. thanks |
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Does the oil filter brand matter! Have been changing my own oil for a while and was wondering if the brand of filter made much if any difference! I've just been buying either the Repco/Ryco, FRAM or Valvoline filter appropriate for my car from either Repco, or Supercheap depending on ... |
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Suzuki 4x4 bike oil 4 motor bike! Hi,Im looking at changeing the oil in the motor of my bike, does any one know what grade I should use, Its 2 wheel drive only Thanks |
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Hilux low oil pressure Oil pressure needle haning around the L area lower than i've ever seen it. This is at normal running temp, no visible oil leaks quite a hot day. Will check oil level when it cools down. Should I be worried! |
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Oil specs Wss-M2C913B/C My Focus Diesel manual calls for Magnatec Synthetic 5w-30 WSS-M2C913B/C but I can't find any (only Magnatec 10-40). Ford dealers use it but don't sell it. I can get a full synthetic Caltex oil called Calibre with stated specs API SM/CF ACEA A3/B4-... |
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Car burning oil when it starts Can anyone please tell if if this is a big problem, I test drove a mates car I'm looking to buy: when the car starts some smoke comes out from the exhaust. It only happens when the car hasn't been started overnight or so and it goes away pretty fa... |
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Fully synthetic oil. Check the API rating on the Castrol Edge container: the SL(in red print) refers to 2003 vehicles.Modern engines should be SN rated. Castrol Magnatec,"Stop Start and Fuel Saver 5w-30 are both SN rated and are revelevant for most modern engines. |
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Trying to save on own oil changes? https://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/1364472638.jpg May pay to use the right oil |
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Engine oil put in brake master cyl Don't even ask me why, but was put in there by mates ex--her car though. How long before brake seals are stuffed? 1996 Toyota Corolla 1600 |
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A good lesson in oil viscosities etc. https://youtu.be/IKdhgKUZhPA |
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2008 Toyota Corolla NZ New - Oil leak I've had my car in for it's yearly service 6 weeks ago. Since then, there's been a significant oil leak which has appeared in our driveway where we park the car. Because of all the rain we've had in Christchurch recently, it went unnoticed unt |
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Mitsubishi Pajero V6 oil problems I have a 2000 6g74 dohc 3.5 V6 model.It has had the crank ground, new bearings, rings, oil and filter. I have it running but can not get the pump to move oil,I have a gauge on it, and theres no sign of pressure. I removed filter housing and primed the pum... |
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Most K's without an oil change? I have seem cars that have gone 35,000k's without an oil change. For the price of oil and a filter, it's just disgusting to leave it that long. I'm sure you guys out there have seen worse? How long without an oil change are you aware of? |
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Oil for Toyota Avensis Hi all, without sounding like a complete noob, your advice is appreciated. Awhile ago I purchased a 2004 1.8l Avensis, it has always been meticulously maintained. The time has now come for it's next oil change & while all other services have been un |
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Volvo V50 Oil pack for 2004 model with 200k on it Just bought recently,like to change the oil.,and would like the grade please. |
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Oil advice hi what oil would i use on an old 1996 toyota rav4 with 3sfe motor in it done over 200 thousand kms would i be looking at using 20/50 because of the high kms ? |
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Disposal of empty oil containers I read my local tip will not take an empty coloured plastic container. Where do I dispose of them ? I have inherited a few from previous property owner. |
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Oil in car Is there a way to find out if the wrong oil has been put in a car? I am wondering if that has happened to my car. |
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2.8 diesel 5l air blowing from oil filler I removed the oil filler cap from my non turbo 5l with the motor idling and the air puffing out is definitely noticeable, feel like a small exhaust. Searching online tells me this is how to check for blow by but searching online also tells me this is norm... |
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Oil and grease Just curious what other people pay for an oil and grease on there 2wd vehicles. |
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RAV4 burning oil My teen son has a 1998 215km rav4 that burns/used a lot of oil. There is a slight oil mark on the drive where it sits. It is his first car, but at the moment hasn’t got a lot of $$ to fix it. So any suggestion of additives that can be added to the |
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Engine oil why not use any cheap oil https://tinyurl.com/2cuxe595 |
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Nissan E25 oil filter location - diesel engine Can anyone tell me where the oil filter is located on this Nissan van? Looked everywhere and can't find it - so short of ripping the rest of the interior out of the front. Cheers builderbob |
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Tips for removing oil. off concrete please. Some spills have been there for a while, thank you. |
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Repco brand oil Anyone know who makes this for them now. Used to be BP back in the day. Cheers. Alternatively recommendations for good 10w30? |
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Sca / repco / silverline oil filters What is the deal with these cheaper brands I remember hearing in the past some were the same just rebranded, anyone know? The ryco filter for my car is rather pricey at $50 and no sales on at the moment. Some cheaper ryco on trademe but worried about fake... |
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Oil filters on Trade Me Listing 3128252956.Any one bought/used one of these.I,m a bit wary and would buy from Rock Auto but looking at their website the US doesnt have Mazda 2/Demio.! Maybe someone can enlighten me as to if they do and under what model/ name. |
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Fram Oil Filters Now these are an attractive orange colour, and they are nice to install and remove with the grippy end, but what is the filtration like? Are they much the same as any other filter? |
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What oil do I use.? What grade of oil should I use in the damper on a Trojan coupling. |
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Oil Changers When they do a transmission oil change do they suck it out with some kind machine they charged me $220 only took about 20 mins would they just of drained and filled thus not totally getting all the old fluid out. Think I got taken for a ride. |
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Oil dripping out my breather 3.5 non turbo diesel if I recall that indicates that it is a bit blocked?doesn't use any oil to worry about,only done 230000 truck |
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Cheap Generic Oil Filters Hey Guys, I have a question regarding these Ryco-Repco brand oil filters. I'm due again for oil and filter on my 2004 3.0R Legacy. I normally run Castrol Edge 5w30 in it and its been great, I also normally just grab a generic oil filter off the shelf at S... |
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Which oil grade? Hi again people What oil grade do you suggest for a 1989 Nissan Pulsar import? It has the 1.5L GA15S engine. (does anybody know the oil tank capacity?) Also the radiator needs a flush- would the green coolant be the one to choose for this car? (again does... |
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Oil leak, w.o.f fail? Failed a WOF on. An oil leak been told by several people oil leaks. Are not a WOF fail, unless leaking on clutch? My car needs new rear main seal. A and rocker cover gasket is that. Kent to be a fail. |
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Oil stop leak additive Has any body tried it? and how big a leak will it stop? TIA. |
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NZ Herald re oil changes The article in today online Herald says, and I quote "It is essential to use the engine oil which has been recommended for your model of vehicle". I don't agree. |
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2014 holden colorado oil change reset anyone know how to reset the "change engine oil " reminder. thanks |
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Hydraulic oil type 46 200 litre drum where best ? Any ideas on place that sell 200 litre drums ? good price? Im Northland so Auckland is furtherest south thanks. |
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Most optimal oil change intervals i get various answers from people on this. And I dont really think theres an "exact" number to it. But I just wanted to see what most of you think. I know some people who change oil every 5000 k's but to me thats just a waste of good oil imo. I wanted to ... |
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Changing oil ratings ? got a car that was originaly specd 10w / 40 . done close to 400 ks . is it going to do it any harm to go to 20w ect ect oil |
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Mk X oil and colant What would people use on a 2.5 mk X Toyota 2005? Colant is red but low. I have green Type A as 2108-2004. Is that okay or is this some special stuff? Oil recommended grade? Usually I use good Castrol blend, not pure synthetic. Is there any special oils th... |
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Engine Oil, where to take old oil in Hamilton We are about to service our vehicles x2. Where do we take the old engine oil to, either for dumping or recycling. Is there a charge? |
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Oil change problems changed filter and put in oil, turned on motor and oil leaked out of filter, had tightened properly too, what you think? |
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Motor Vehicle Engine Oil Can anyone tell me what the difference is in 15W 40 & 10W 30 - OIL - Thank You |
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Oil leak advice. I've got a vt ss commy ( auto ), Ive got a oil leak appears to be coming from where the trans and motor join rear main seal? I was thinking the main seal needs to be replaced, but have spotted a small hole about the size of a nail head that doesn't look l... |
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Oil my mate just pick up vr commy 220kms ! wants to give it oil change in has turned up with a pack Valvoline 10/40 bit thin ? best use 15/40 ? |
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Oil Filters OE or Ryco. Have always done my own servicing ,buying filters from friend with a garage who,s been a mechanic for 40+years .He maintains Ryco are a good product and unlike others who have bought "cheap" filters has never had a problem.Just out of interest i checked o... |
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VW MK6 Golf Mechatronic oil leak? Fixable? Nearly time for the fortnightly update from Tonyt! I can't wait. |
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2AZ-FE oil burning opps sorry to bring up old post but are these cars common for any problems? been thinking about buying one but not sure now especially if they burn oil at low km. though I am wanting the one with the v6 maybe these ones don't have any. and can you get the... |
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Horror stories about Silverline oil filter? Repco gave me this oil filter because on the oil and filter deal the Repco filter had mysteriously run out. I named the title because expect horror stories. it has on box " Can use R2620P" |
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Hybrid toyota will start engine with no engine oil Remember How i said that on here because i did learn it in hybrid training class at automechnika germany training was from TAK https://www.tak.de/ Now This guy is n |
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Oil change had my oil & filter done at oil changers Rotorua checked level next day found it 12mm over the full mark , im too far away to take it back, is this a problem cheers |
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Oil change had my oil & filter done at oil changers Rotorua checked level next day found it 12mm over the full mark , im too far away to take it back, is this a problem cheers |
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Oil change had my oil & filter done at oil changers Rotorua checked level next day found it 12mm over the full mark , im too far away to take it back, is this a problem cheers |
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Car troubles after using Oil Changers. Just wondering if anyone can comment on what might be the trouble with our car. Yesterday had the oil changed and transmission oil changed in the car. When finished the guy asked if the engine light was on prior to going in. Hubby said no, it wasn't |
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Cv joint oil leak would a cv joint cause a oil leak? 1993 civic has started leaking oil of far left hand side of car at the same time as the cv joints needing replacing but it's engine oil because it keeps needing a top up when it never needed it before was wondering if th... |
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Average cost of an oil & Filter change. I do my own changes so have no idea of what a garage would charge. An elderly friend of mine thinks it could cost him up to $1000. He has an 1800cc Toyota Caldina automatic. I suggested that figure is probably for a full service, m |
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Honda f22b oil in plugs runs like a tractor when Warm. Has new spark plugs. Mate has a odaseyy and it has oil on the spark part of the spark plugs and a little in the top would the top seal rings fix the issue or wil it be the big job of removing cam to get to the tiny gaskets at the bottom. I'm helping... |
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Crude oil. Now down to $72.34. |
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One oil vs. another.? My car has a Nissan HR15DE engine. The manufacturer's specification is 5W30 synthetic. There is a huge range to choose from. Some I can eliminate because they are especially for Diesel or variants for specific brands, but beyond that. ? |
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Synthetic oil or normal Hi, I have a 05 Honda Odyssey and was just wondering if it uses normal oil or synthetic oil? I'm getting it serviced next week and the mechanic says it'll cost extra is I use synthetic oil but I have no idea which oil the previous mechanic used. |
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Oil Leak - Rocker cover So I have an oil leak as it says above. The car is not burning oil (it's not needed topping in months) and is not over heating. I can see the oil oozing from the seam on the cover. My neighbour said it's probably the seal that needs replacing, which is st... |
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Toyota Corolla, oil leak Hi, I am looking at purchasing a 2011 Toyota Corolla. I have just received the mechanical report back and the only thing that shows up on it that I am concerned about is the mention of a very slight oil leak at the rear of the engine. I have attempted to ... |
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Stop - Oil Pressure light This light and buzzer came on briefly last night while driving home. It stopped after 10 seconds, and I continued to drive home. (it as dark, cold and I was on the express way, probably drove about 4kms to home). The fuel consumption numbers were all over... |
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Gearbox oil for a Triton. The gear change in the Triton has become "stiff" over the cold weather. I was wondering if there is a particular brand of oil or additive that would make it easier to change. |
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Car engine oil in mower. Ok? My mower was down on oil so I poured some car engine oil in it. Is that ok? I didn't think it would hurt and better to have it topped up than running low. |
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Ashlate drive oil spots Help please What is available to clean oil drops off a ash plate drive? Urgent please. |
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Ashlate drive oil spots Help please What is available to clean oil drops off a ash plate drive? Urgent please. |
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What type of oil would you recommend? For a Toyota 1HD FT engine? (24V SOHC, not EFI) It's high mileage, but doesn't seem to use any oil. Synthetic? Mineral? |
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Mixing Toyota T iv transmission oil With other brands is there any problem. As I was looking at draining the transmission and adding a Penrite product which is about half the price of the Toyota product |
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Super Black Racing Motor Oil Anyone tried the new Super Black Racing Motor Oil available from the Warehouse? The old name was Aegis Oil and is run by legendary racing driver Paul Radisich. http://aegisoil.co.nz/ |
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Poor oil maintenance, Driven's Article http://www.driven.co.nz/advice/car-care/laziness-over-oil-ends-in-tears/?ref=NZHNetwork What's the best way to remove sludge and possibly clear blocked channels and galleries? |
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Is my engine burning oil? Plugs look clean! Ive had to top up almost litre of oil in less than 2000km and yet my plugs look so clean they almost appear new, could i be loosing oil elsewhere? |
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BMW 330. Coolant. And oil What is the recommended coolant and oil for this car? |
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Oil Change(scooter) How often shall you change the oil on a 50cc scooter? any answers would be great. Thanks |
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Oil and filter change $39 - WOF $20 Wheel alignments $30, Engine swap $300 (Sign on a business in Onehunga Auckland today). My question - How the heck do they make any money? |
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Mtd ride on motor oil issues Hi all I accidentally tipped my ride on upside down and now have oil coming from the spark plug hole and it won't start. Any ideas would be awesome thanks |
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Oil type for my manual gearbox? Getting the old 96 Vanette back shortly after rings and bearings etc, thought I may as well shout it a fluids change also, i.e gearbox/diff/transfer box. but I can't find anything on the net about what exact oils to use? I'm "guessing" something like 80w9... |
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Honda oil change Hi , I am pricing up different engine oils for my 2001 honda oddessey RA6 2.3l. the manual says to use genuine honda oil or one of the same type regarding some codes I don't understand. I could buy it from a honda dealer i guess but would like to shop aro... |
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Air compressor oil amount? any one know how much oil to fill the sump? theres no markings on the dip stick ,no info on the unit ,people who I bought it from don't know and google dosnt know either |
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Check oil level on my 2015 holden colorado only done10000 kms nothing on dip stick bloody pissed off |
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Oil. Today received 2 mailers from the two Auto Stores in our little town and as usual glanced through them.No names,No pack drill but the same oil advertised in both(among other things) Mailer R Valvoline synthetic 5-40 5litre $64. Mailer S same oil,same pack... |
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Filtering oil I need to do a run in procedure on a new mechanical LSD, the oil for the gearbox is about $120 so in don't want to dump that oil after 20 mins running, any suggestions for filtering the oil? I would be removing any metal particles that would be produced w... |
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Mazda 6, using oil, why? I have a 2007 Mazda 6, 6 speed manual. I took it to the garage on Tuesday as it was making a 'noise', he said it was pretty much out of oil, it takes 5l, he put in 4.25l. Tonight the temp gauge went to high, I checked water, was fine, but seems its out of... |
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Best way to get oil stains of concrete drive? Hi there, a tenants boyfriends ( bucket of bolts ) classic jag has left oil stains on the driveway, anyway this can be easily removed ? I do have a pressure washer maybe theres some kind recommended cleaner Im not sure ? any ideas would be appreciated, it... |
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Diesel oil What would be the best grade for a massey ferguson 135 diesel engine. It's a 3cyl perkins . |
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Where cheap Diesel oil take home pack in Hamilton? what diesel! you cant use cheap engine oil on new diesel for example or you will cause damage to it. |
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Toyota altezza engine oil What oil grade should i use! 2000 altezza 6cyl inline |
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20valve 4age black top using oil toyota carib 1996 bz-touring. useing heaps of oil but doesent smoke a hell of a lot from what i can tell. also runs slightly cold on long drives and can be slugish in 2nd 3rd gear untill the revs get up then it takes of. any ideas what the problem could b... |
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Toyota 2L oil filter problem Have a toyota dyna 150 with a 2L engine and from a cold start it blows off the genuine toyota oil filter. I have replaced the pressure relif valve beside the filter housing but wonder if there is another one hiding somewhere. Any suggestions please |
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SJ50QT Oil Pump and lots of smoke My scooter exhausts far more smoke than normal when I first start it for the day. I am convinced it's oil circulation, because when I checked my oil levels two weeks after I half refilled it, it's almost empty again. I don't think it should be... |
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Rover 2600 1984 , oil filter ? Have searched all over engine ,for the oil filter ,it must have one , any body got one of these, and can tell me where to look in the engine bay for it , thanks. |
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Penrite Oil, opinions please I'm using HPM 30 in a classic car, is this brand (Penrite) a good quality oil ! |
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Oil filter price gouging. I had noticed thatprices have been increasing over the last few months however did not expect to pay $28.12 plus after a 25% discount for a Rico Z632 from Repco today. Was told the normal price is $37. Called into Super Cheap Auto and the exact same filte... |
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Help ba xr6 lsd diff oil what oil do i use and what additive! |
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Oil/grease marks on concrete does anyone know of a way to clean thanks |
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Would a slight cam cover gasket oil leak be a WoF fail!My old Nissan SW drops about a 50c size oil drop after sitting for about 10 mins. Told it was a Fail. When I asked whygot told that If I sit at traffic lights and drop this bit of oil, a motorcycle might come along after I have gone and slid... |
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2005 Mazda Premacy what oil to use hi have just imported a 2005 mazda premacy and wanted to know what oil i should put in it. Its done 115ks thanks for your help |
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Hiace 2L oil filter location? Is this the location of the cartridge filter, upper right next to exhaust pipe! http://www.hiace.jp/image/A3B2A3B0A3B0B7CFA1A1A5CFA5A4A5A8A1BCA5B9A1A1A5AAA5A4A5EBCFB3A4ECA1A1A5C0A5A4A5CAA5E2B0DBB2BBA1A1A3B120(1).jpg |
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Changing Motorbike Oil and Filter. Help! Hi everyone I have a Suzuki RV 200 which I purchased about 4 months ago. It had done 1000km since its last oil change and has done about 600km since. I was wondering how often I would need to change the oil and whether or not I should do it now! I've ... |
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Diesel oil in a petrol was talking to a mechanic today and he was saying on his own cars when he gets them (especially imports) that he replaces the oil filter and runs diesel oil in them for 5000ks and then replaces filter and oil with petrol oil asked him why and apparently a... |
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Oil change before diesel service? hello, my 4x4 2006 mazda bounty ute went for a warrant for a few months ago and they said it was in need of a service. i still havnt done it but to save money i thought i could do the oil change myself! im not a machanic but i was wondering would this be ... |
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Which grade oil? 1992 corona 270ks, cheers, just a runabout just would like to know what grade to put in it, thanks |
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Best brand of oil? Assuming identical viscosity range and API spec.which is the best brand to chose out of Pennzoil.Havoline,Castrol,Valv-oline and Fuchs which are the brands most easily available to me. I am purchasing a near new car (Falcon) and wish to choose something I... |
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Hilux motor quieter== using oil Hi,have an older Hilux with petrol motor, drive chain noisy, mechanic saidit's OK, to quieten it he told me to use a certain oil. Trouble is Mechanic is in the States for 6 months racing Trucks, so I can not ask him what he told me what to use, and I ... |
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2001 Toyota Camry using too much oil Purchased a 2001 2.2ltr Toyota camry 3 months ago, all seemed fine, driving the other day and oil light came on, stopped as soon as we could and no oil in car, it was serviced the day we got the car and I checked the oil a month after buying it but didn... |
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What's youre favourite engine oil brand? Either mineral or synthetic. |
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Are aftermarket oil pressure gauges legal in nz? was told they aren't. can anyone confirm! cheers |
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Oil filter fell off Corona while driving No oil leaks at all, oil change done four months ago, Engine was turned off straight away, new filter and oil now in place.Has anybody any idea what would cause this! |
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Whats the oil capacity 5litre vs holden doing an oil change have forgotten help please have feeling its 5 litres but not 100 percent shore |
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Correct oil filter for pulsar. Hey guys I'm halfway through an oil change in a Year 2000 Nissan Pulsar 1600. -Ive misplaced my Filter book.Memory says the correct filter is a Z436 but its fitted with a Z101 Can anyone confirm -as the 436 is half the size of the 101 --arggnever mind... |
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Oil filter? I just brought not to long ago a Sabaru Legacy TS-R 1999. I want to do an oil change and change the filter as i have no idea when it would have been last done. Does anyone know where the oil filter is located! as in do I have to get right under it or is i... |
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Oil where it shouldn't be Our car, Toyota Progres, engine 2JZGE, had a small misfire so we went to change the spark plugs, one of the plugs is covered in oil and there was a tiny bit of fresh oil inside the throttle body, is this caused by the same thing!And is it just the rocker ... |
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Can you answer my oil ? Over on the general page, |
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Any diff oil specialists about? Holden VS, LSD, non IRS, quiet running diff, but clicking, or notching on the cones when turning.Oil level ok, but needs a change - oil choice looks to be SAF-XA castrol or nulon HD limited slip 80W140.Anybody had any experience in this area!Cheer |
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Oil Filters. Where is the oil filter you use made does it make a difference look on bottom of box last two well known makes are Where is the oil filter you use made does it make a difference , look on bottom of box last two well known makes are Indonesia and China i have used would be interesting to cut open old ones to see how well they stack up of both makes, your experiences ma... |
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I messed up while changing oil. While I was purring oil into the engine I missed and a little bit of oil went on the exhast pipes, its very hard to get to it to clean it off, the question is would it be safe to leave it as is or can it catch on fire! Its semi synth 10-40w Thanks |
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Oil question. Is 15w40 a good grade oil for a 02 nonturbo subaru legacy Is 15w/40 a good grade oil for a 02 nonturbo subaru legacy |
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Oil Type For 1995 Honda CR-V Hi can anyone tell me what the proper oil type is for a 1995 Honda CR-V and are there others that will do the same job . cheers |
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2003 Mitsubishi 4G63 Oil Capacity How much oil does a 2003 Mitsubishi 4G63 engine need when doing an oil and filter change! What grade would be best its done 75,000km |
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What size is the thread for oil Sump bung on a vx 2001 commodore! I am not having much luck finding one. The head of it is a 19mm but what thread size do I ask for to buy one! Would be awesome if anyone can help thanks |
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VW golf using oil is this common with vw turbos, have people tell us its quite normal for those to use oil |
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Mitsi Canter Campervan water in the oil A 4DR50a engine, the van has been sitting for 4 years. I decided to get it going again, checked the oil, I filled it with water started it, moved it, about 100 meters, it was running fine. Turned it off, and started cleaning it up. Decided to start it aga... |
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Is this oil still OK to use? Just cleaning out my basement and I found two brand new packs of Mobil 1 fully synthetic engine oil which I bought about 6-7 years ago.Are they OK to use on my car, Holden Cruze! |
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How long to use running in oil for? We have just finished a restoration project on a classic and want to know how many km's you run the car for with running in oil! I was told around 100km's and then give it an oil change and use regular oil, other websites say 500k. What's your... |
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So who's got the best diesel oil prices. just your std mineral oil 15/40 cheapest per volume stuff. |
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OIL MIXING QUESTION Sorry for asking this question in the Motoring Section, a friend of mine has purchased a 9.9 HP Johnson Outboard.What would be the correct mixture!Would it be 50 to 1 or 100 to 1.The engine is old.It is a 1991.Appreciate any help. |
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HKS engine oil Is this stuff any good! seems pretty cheap for a fully synthetic oil http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/oil-additives/auction-425774545.htm |
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Car oil Hey people. Just wondering. I need to full up my cars oil and im not to sure what type to get eg 10w40. My car is a 1992 mazda lantis and has done around about 210000km |
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Engine Oil, 1994 RAV4 Automatic The list at Super Cheap Auto said Shell Helix HX5 15W-40 (among others) is the correct oil, so I bought that. Since then I found in the owners manual online (don't have a hard copy) that 10W-30 is the correct oil, then online in another forum it said ... |
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Putting synthetic oil in an old car? I have a 1992 Mazda Famila 1.3L. Have had it many years and change the oild fairly regularly, usually with whatever is the cheapest 10W-30 on sale at Repco. Car has done 250,000kms. Would there be any issues with putting in Amsoil 0W-30 full synthetic oil... |
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What weight oil in EVO4 Just dyno'd at 310kw , forged internals. |
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BMW genuine oil filter $28 - Repco cheap copy $41 318i 1996 That's just not right. |
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Oil leak in my XR6, what might it be? (Female) Hi all, Hopefully I describe this correct so you may be able to help me with this problem. I have an 2001 XR6 Falcon with 140000kms on it. Never had any problems with it since I got it but in the weekend I went on a trip of about 400kms and when I got out... |
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Removing oil seals scooter forks Hi, I have an Suzuki FS50 with leaking for seals. It has small tele's like a pit bike. Tried to remove the old seals today but there seems no way to remove the internal damper rod/springs so as to access the seals. There's no grub/screw/bolt at th... |
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Who knows factual info on lpg engine oil in regard to the different properties it needs that makes it particularly suitable for lpg (as compared to petrol). Thanks for any educated/qualified FACTS:-) |
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Oil pressure? I have a 1995 isuzu bighorn 3.1diesel.i was heading down 2 palmaston 2 transport a car back.engine usualy runs 6kg/cm3 oil pressure on the gauge but it started running 15.motor runs fine no lose in power at all also the oil pressure gauge cums up wen u tu... |
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Oil grades. Car getting a few km on now the oil they say to use is 10w 30 but find it is burning it and have to top up would usi Car getting a few Km on now the oil they say to use is 10w / 30 but find it is burning it and have to top up would using say 5w/ 40 be better for the car |
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HP90 Oil It's oil so must be motoring. My rotahoe specs a HP90 oil for the gearbox/diff/drive unit.AFAIK its a brass wormdrive system.Is HP90 the same as EP90!If not who makes/sells a HP90! |
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Ford T5 gearbox oil Ive got a old 94 ED Coon with a T55 speed in and just read the manual re oil changes. The 6 cyl recomends an ATF Dectron 2 fluidwhilst the V8 recommends a 90 grade gear oil.Its the same box so WTF.Gear oil came out of my 4L and Ive rep[laced it with the s... |
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Gearbox oil silly question but were do you put it! Never done it before, found the dipstick. its a isuzu bighorn! |
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Oil pressure light Hey guys the missus has a 97 caldina gtt while driving up a steep hill last night with my foot gently on the gas the oil light came on took my foot off the gas and it disappeared put it back on and it came back once again foot off it disappeared.checked t... |
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Engine oil additives After seeing a couple of auctions running with damage resulting from engine oil additives my vast experience in servicing vehicles from the 60's through to brand new $80-$90000 cars has taught me that the manufacturers recommended engine oil (grade an... |
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Orange Engine Oil Sludge I have occured orange colour engine oil sludge when I drain my old engine oil to do my oil change today on my Toyota Vitz, could anyone recommend me a product to remove orange colour engine oil sludge! |
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Toyota 1800cc VVTI engine. Special Oil? Hi, Recently got a 2006 Corolla for the other half, has the 1800 vvti motor and have been told these need a special oil in them, what is the best to use! |
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BMW AUTO Transmission oil Why does a BMW 740i ,zf5hp19 trans have to have 24dolla a litre atf!can you use DEXRON 3 !thanks to any EUROphiles! |
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What oil for a 2002 subaru legacy GTB E tune twin turbo done 120ks and how many litres! thanks |
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Transfer case and diff oil, does any one ever bother to change them!Being mechanical in nature is there any real point!Just getting the trans serviced on my 4x4 and the shop said the above needed an oil change. never heard of anyone bothering to do them before.Just like a manual gearbox, who ever cha... |
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L300 oil sump capacity Hi I have a 92 L300 4WD 2.4L petrol 4G64 8V EFI. I must have the wrong dip stick in this or something as the full mark is so far off what seems at all reasonable. What is the capacity of the sump with oil filter! Thanks. |
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2000 Toyota Opa - Oil filter What Ryco oil filter is the corrrect one! |
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Subaru Legacy - oil leaking from rocker cover How big a job is it to have the rocker cover gasket replaced! Booked in for tomorrow and don't want a huge surprise cost wise. |
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BA Fairmont 2002 V8 - Oil Leak Hi, Just wondering if there was O Ring or a Gasket behind the Oil Filter housing in the 2002 BA Fairmont as there is a oil leak coming from behind the oil filter housing and dripping from mount. Oil Filter has been replaced recent |
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Ba falcon oil leak. Got an oil leak at front of engine on Ba falcon. Looked and found the nut on end of power steering hose to pump was leaking at oring. So I replaced and it reduced the amount of oil in that area. But still appears to be a small oil leak coming from front o... |
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Oil sain on tarseal type driveway what would work to get rid of an oilstain on a tarseal drive! some of it has been there a while. i had a look at some degreaser, but it said not to use on bitumen (thats kinda the same as tarseal aint it!) any ideas! TIA :-) |
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Transmission flush or just change oil? Seems to be two trains of thoughts surrounding this.Does it make a difference what sort of car your doing the trans service too I now seem to be the proud owner of a Kia Sportage. Long story, dont ask.Doing a google I came across this article on how to ch... |
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Bluebird oil filter Does anyone know the Ryco part number for a 1997 U14 Bluebird with SR18DE engine. Thanks |
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15000km oil change intervals I'm used to seeing euro cars with 15k intervals,but was surprised to see 15000 next to the SG SH SJ(plus lots japanese gibberish) on the sticker under the bonnet of my 2005 Nissan (QG15DE). Was planning to use 5w30 full synthetic, would this realistic... |
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What oil ratio kx80? Bought a kx80 and been told by Kawasaki mechanic 33:1,but have read that people on forums run at anything from 36:1 to 50:1,what do you guys run yours at, thanks in advance |
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What grade oil for 86 corolla 1.3L Done just under 212000k/ms. Bout to change the oil and filter. Thanks |
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Oil change. how much is 1.0 us qt? giving motor bike a well needed oil change manual says bikes oil capacity is 1.0 us qt!can someone please translate this to something i can understand please asap!half way thru oil change now |
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Caldina oil light Hey guys gave the gtt a oil change today suprise they gave me the wrong oil filter its longer its z432 however once I left the driveway the oil light flashed at me and went off when i came off the gas and came on again when I put my foot back on the gas w... |
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Oil in the distributor Hi I got a Honda oddysey here with no spark, its a f22b engine. When I to the dizzy cap off oil leaked out of it. I take it this is not right! Can be fixed or just get another dizzy! |
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Adding two stroke oil to a tank of diesel http://www.freel2.com/forum/topic878.html!highlight=oil "However, are you saying that diesel owners should add some 2-stroke oil whenever they fill up their tanks, or should do that every now and then! Doesn't this affect other parts of the engin... |
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So what will happen when oil runs out And we dont have a viable alternative. Will there be chaos. Imagine no planes to transport goods around the world.No trucks to transport food to supermarkets etc.People living in apartments in the city wont be able to go out and shoot a goat for tea or gr... |
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Waste oil, i've still got plenty to get rid of, but i finally got my waste engine oil burner working to near perfection, i got some ideas fromU/Tube( no sense reinventing the wheel ) but sometimes you end up with more unanswered questions. anyways an old alloy f... |
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Difference between petrol oil and diesel oil? What's the difference! I noticed Castrol Magnetec 10w-40 claims to be ok for both petrol or diesel! |
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Transmission oil change Toyota Prius Could amechanic minded person change a 1995 Toyata Pruis transmission oil ! My son does mine but he has never done mypruis before Is thereanything that he needs to be aware of. The oil for is anywhere between $100to250. wow ! |
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Insurance. If you have third party insurance and are involved in a car accident caused by oil on the road from a bus and you hit If you have third party insurance and are involved in a car accident caused by oil on the road from a bus and you hit the car in front causing minor damage but yours is munted, is the bus company's insurer responsible for any repairs or pay out of wha... |
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Diesel motor running on waste sump oil a while ago, someone left a message on a thread, that they were using waste sump oil to power their diesel ute / car! i suppose if you filter the oil & pre heat itdon't see why not ( perhaps avoid this technique in common rail eng )any body tried ... |
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More snake oil or what? whats the advantage of this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/performance/electronics/auction-490215117.htm |
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Oil for 1szfe Hey, I have heard that this engine needs 5w-30 as it has VVT-i - is this right! does it have to be fully synthetic! |
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Oil down 25% Pump price down 7% still need to go down to say $1.92 compare to oil price! U.S pump prices range from 60c - 75c/L $u.s |
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304 vn v8 no oil pressure ? Just fitted a recond motor to the car,wound it over without plugs in it,but no oil pressure,well oil light wont go out. Got any ideas ! Cheers. |
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Which oil for 300zx hav a 91 300zx with around 280,000 ks which oil should i use and how much! help would be much appreciated and any other info would be good if any1 can help me as ive just got it 2day. its 5spd aswell. |
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Oil Drip trays Who sells these in Wellington, prefer a metal one as want to use it outside - for when the son-in law visits.LOL |
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WHAT GRADE OIL should i use in a 1991 toyota corona 1.8 litre 4 cylinder |
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Mocal 12v differential oil pump Anyone know where I can get one of these! I know I can get others like ShurFlo but their not temperature rated for hot oil. |
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Scooter oil pump Hi i have a 1997 yamaha mint 49cc scooter the oil pump has gone on it and i heard you can just put the oil straight to the fuel tank! or do you need the oil pump either way! cheers |
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2001 mitsi cedia - oil leak 2 days ago my wee cedia started dropping oil from the front left side of the engine. Anyone got any ideas on what has failed in the engine for this to start so suddenly.! The car has 90k on the clock so hoping it's nothing major. |
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Which oil for a Corolla Hi, I recently bought a '96 Corolla wagon (1.5L 5A-FE engine) with 207k on it and I'm trying to determine which oil I should be using for an oil change. From what I can tell I want a mineral oil as the car has a lot on kms on it! If that's the... |
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Oil getting hot Is it the same with oil heaters as with cars in that the hotter and more often the oil gets the faster it turns to crap. How long dose the oil in the column heater last before it becomes to costly to use |
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Landcruiser oil level increases by it self ,weird Ive noticed when ive done an oil change on the landcruiser 80 series the oil level get higher according to the dipstick over a couple of weeks every time.Either theres some sort of problem with it or its a Miracle and my car is making its own oil and i sh... |
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Oil in air filter hello i have a 1988 mitsi mirage which has served me well until yesterday when it lost pretty much all its power (managed to get me home tho) i took it to a mechanic and he whipped off the air filter cover to find the filter soaked in oil and he reckoned ... |
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Oil Reset BMW How do you reset the oil light on a 1997 E36 318 |
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Oil brand for a Subaru impreza wrx Sti 08 Is there a recommended brand of 5w-30 that should be Used in a suby wrx Sti 2.5 turbo! As this is what the user manual recommends, but doesn't specify a particular brand. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance :) |
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Oil Changers. Are they any good for a basic service Are they any good for a basic service. |
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05 ford territory oil change, 180kms can someone tell me what oil i should be putting in ! |
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Oil price West Texas crude down, now $93.00 a barrel. Any change at the pumps! |
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Oil pressure switch location 1994 Honda Odyssey? The oil light has just started to come on in this vehicle - who can tell me where to locate the oil pressure switch!I want to get on to it first thing Monday so if I know exactly where to start it woiuld be helpful.Also - if the switch is OK then I may ha... |
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Crude oil price drops by US$ 4.71 a barrel (approximately 4%). Can't see the robber barons at BP etc dropping the price of 91 by 10 cents a litre though, can you! |
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What oil should I be running in the 351? Thanks.Sump gasket leak means I need to top up. Cheers |
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Sorry guys.Another Q. Oil for C4 Trans What should I use.Had a slow leak in oil cooler hoses so have replaced them today now want to top up trans. Cheers |
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Oil. Have mate with honda ascot is smoking a bit he come ask me wot oil can i put in there make it stop said i heard of a oil th Have mate with honda ascot is smoking a bit he come ask me wot oil can i put in there make it stop .said i heard of a oil that burns clear meaning wont stop u just cant see it lol anybody now wot that oil is! |
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What oil for a 1999 Nissan Pulsar Hatch Sorry for another what oil thread, just wonder what people recommend. At the Moment it is Mobil super s 10-40. Is that too thin for the engine as it appears to be going through the oil. Car has done 140 thousand kms. Cheers. |
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Best oil for EVO7 Not standard car , larger inj. computer remap. Ive owed rotories all my life , 1st performance 4 cyl. Mineral ! Synthetic ! what weight ! |
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BMW QUESTION?. Just done oil change etc what39s the secret in resetting the oil service on the dashit39s still reading service r Just done oil change etc, what's the secret in resetting the Oil Service on the dash!It's still reading "Service Required".This is a 1997 318 Sports Coupe.Thanks. |
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Engine Oil, for an 1981 Mitsi Mirage 4g11 (Orion) approx 250,000km (5 digit odo) Neighbour asked me to change the engine oil & filter.Have looked on Valvoline & Castrol websites, but they do not list the vehicle. Can anyone advise what engine oil (viscosity) is needed, or will the el-cheapo Super... |
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Ford AU2 6cyl Oil Sump leak Hi, my AU2 6cyl has developed an oil leak coming from the sump gasket, it looks pretty tight under there so are asking if it's an easy job.what needs to be done to replace the gasket! |
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Hilux D4D Injector Seal leak=Oil Pickup blockage=Dead Engine Toyota campaign 1KET-015 including Hilux Reading many posts regarding D4D Injector Seal Washer leaks, Leading to Combustion leakage into Lubrication system, Oil Contamination, Oil Pickup Strainer blockage, Engine Oil starvation and ultimate |
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351 cleveland oil restrictor I am rebuilding my 351c at the moment . Will be fitting a high volume oil pump, do i need to run an oil restrictor kit. I am running hydrolic lifters, any advice greatly appreciated. |
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Gearbox spitting out oil Is it normal for a gearbox to spit out its vital fluids through the breather when thrashed! its a RS5F31A box in a X1R pulsar. When we take it to the track it ends up spitting oil out and last time I had to put another litre and a half in to get it back u... |
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Car help please. Walked past my car this morning and noticed a large puddle of oil underneath put some oil in the car and now th Walked past my car this morning and noticed a large puddle of oil underneath, put some oil in the car and now the puddle is even larger, not a good sign right! |
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Oil. Is there much difference between 1540 and 2050 motor oil my car uses 1540 but i have a 4 lts of 2050 could i top up with it is there much difference between 15/40 and 20/50 motor oil! my car uses 15/40 but I have a 4 lts of 20/50, could I top up with it, I have a 2002 suzuki aereo |
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1999 mazda familia oil doing a oil change for a mate, how much oil do they take with filter replacment also, 1 i found on the net said 2.7 litres and another was 3.5l! cheers |
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Engine oil temp in race engine. Yep, just another annoying gauge to look at but- 1600cc engine - gauge reading 250deg at race race- good! bad!. Time for an oil cooler! |
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What oil? What oil do you recommend I use for a mitsi l200 89!Cheers. |
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04 pulsar 1.8 drinks oil how can i slow the appetite for oil! |
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Honda fourtrax 300 oil levels quick question re checking oil levels on above, does oil have to be operating temp and do you screw dipstick in or sit on top. |
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2" water/temp/oil gauges - best/reliable brands? Morning all! Just checking. who is having the best run out of what gauges! I remember Auto Meter were real good! VDO! (couldn't find any VDO on TM) anything better! or as reliable! Just wanting to change out all the aftermarket 52mm gauges in the race... |
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Daihatsu oil leak Does anyone know why a 96 Charade (HC engine) would suddenly start leaking engine oil!No, no damage to sump.Leaks when switched off, probably several drops.Is coming from rear of engine.There is a small hole in the bell housing, looks to be coming out of ... |
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Oil cooled turbo setup (b16a) ? hi, (b16a) is it ok to run a sandwich plate feed to the turbo oil in, and return (from turbo) drain to the sump and use the small bolt by the vtec solenoid as a feed point to a oil cooler and return the oil cooler to the return point on the sandwich plate... |
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Lawnmower oil and level. Hi there, I had my lawnmower serviced last week and noticed when checked to see oil level before I use it today, it was only filled to minimum instead of maximum level. It has the pink coloured oil (prob the masport one)I have a new bottle ofcastrol 4T wh... |
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Mitsubishi oil can anyone tell me what motor oil to put into a mitsubish legnum gdi 1998. done 180,000kms. thankyou. |
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Spark Plugs getting Oil Fouled Spark plugs are getting oil fouled quite badly on the electrode end of the plug, the spark plug tubes have new seals and the top end of the plugs are clean as, but they are getting oil on them on the electrodes. Funny thing is my honda doesn't smoke a... |
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Running a smaller oil filter on a big engine is it ok to run a smaller oil filter about half the size of the correct one on a big block olds 455, changed due to headers hitting oil filter, just want to know if it is safe |
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Universal oil. What happened to 30/40 grade oil we had in the seventies that used to go in everything we drove ,be it 4 cylinder or V8's and zed cars etc.What do you put in your flathead V8 or other relic. |
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Is an oil cheeck part of a wof? my partner was sold and installed oil day after i done oil change its now over the max level,(and difrent grade oil)what would you do! |
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Oil Changers franchise I used Oil Changers the other day, thought they'd done a good job/price. Anyone else used them! |
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How Often Do You Change Your Engine Oil? I use Motul 8100 X-Cess on my R33 GTR and I change it every 7000kms / 10 months. What about you guys! |
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Old oil in engine Have a 6v71 which im doin a run with and has been sitting for 5 years. ( been regularly moved ) .Would it be a good idea to drop the oil and add another 24 litres lol |
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What Oil Please ? Could someone please tell me what Auto Transmission Fluid to use in a Borg-Warner Model DG as in the Mk2 Jaguar. Not a complete change, just a top up ---Thanks |
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1994 mitsi pajero petrol 3.5. How much oil does the engine take how much oil does the engine take! |
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What kind of oil? Can anyone tell me the best sort of oil i need to run in a fully reco v8 motor please and how long before i have to give it an oil change please. |
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Correct oil for Mitsi Diamante I want to buy a big pack of oil. What sort should I get! I know it's 15/40 something but not sure what the best stuff is. Only want to pay around $40 for 4 litres. |
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Oil Filter change Hi all.quick question. I done a service on my car on Weds just gone .I changed the oil.but had no way to change the oil filter,Im about to get a filter remover today .is it worth changing the filter now,even though the old oil wouldve mixed with the new s... |
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Oil advise please I have a Toyota Corolla that is very low on oil.What oil should I buy for it please!I am on a very tight budget so while I do know some oils are better than others, I cant afford the most expensive kind at the moment. Thanks :o) |
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