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howard jones
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Oil

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Daft question I know - but gave a Minor Traveller ( 69' ) - is the engine oil 10w 40's ?http://www.mmoc.org.uk/posting.php?mode=post&f=4#
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MarkyB
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Re: Oil

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20w/50 is better, 10w 40 is too thin.

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Re: Oil

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Use engine oil in gearbox as well, except side valve
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Re: Oil

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Thanks chaps !
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Re: Oil

Post by bmcecosse »

'Value' 20W50 is plenty good enough for the A series - don't waste money on fancy oil.....
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