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I deeply detest synthetic aural accompaniments (faux engine sounds in particular) to cars ... but ... but ... is there perhaps a case to be made for EV-converted ICE classics having the correct (for the vehicle) sound track available? My own preference would be for a sympathetic EV conversion -...

I.ve recently bought an 916GTV 2litre TS Coupe I've fitted all belts and changed the s/plugs etc Foes any member have experience of changing from 5W40 to 10W60 engine oil. The car has covered 103K miles with no major engine noises. I would like to use the above grade of oil and change it every...

Just bought my first Alfa Romeo! A 156 2004 2.0JTS 65,000 miles So what 10W-60 Oil benefits the 2.0JTS the most for smoothness? I have few oils in mind and just want to find whats the best one. I'm willing to pay a bit more for better (but not horrendously more haha) *QUESTION ANSWERED*...

Hi all, Please remove if not allowed, or move to the right location. I did read the private sellers rules and it looks like I should post in this thread as it's an Oil spec directly related to all Giulietta's, Mito's, 4C etc... Halfords is selling the exact same oil for: - 5L = £47.99 - 1L =...

Hello, Just a quicky bit of advice please? 147 2.0L Petrol Manual 2001 90K I'm using 10/40 and have used 10/60 before (in different oil changes don't worry I haven't mixed the grades)... Regardless; Should I use Fully or Semi Synthetic Oil please? Is there a lot of difference? Given the...

Been using this oil for ages so had to go for it 10 litres at £18. Offer valid till midnight on Monday just use the code blackfridayoils

Hi. The bloody mechanic decided to put Carlube 5W-30 oil in my Alfa 1.9 jtd (2006, just over 100k miles) although I reiterated I want 5w40. He didn't have any recollection what exactly he's put in :confused:, just hope it is fully synthetic. Would that one be ok till the next oil change? Next...

Jason gives you the information you need to know about your engine oil, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Se8-W7rK0H4

Hi, I'm having trouble getting conventional mineral oil 20w50 of 15w50 here in Belgium. No one seems to stock it anymore. There ara a few alfa specialists but this means taking a day off work to get some as they are not open on Saturdays. Up to now I have always used Agip "classic" 15w50. Is...

Hi guys, Anyone have any suggestions to what Synthetic Oil I can use in my 1.9 6 speed Gearbox? Looked at the Valvoline Synpower TDL 75W90 but its proving difficult to source

Hi Gents, Can any of you make any suggestions for synthetic motor oil (10W40) that I can use in my Alfa? Tried calling Giorgio (Plattekloof, CT), but just ringing.

I note this Turtlewax product came out as the best wax in Auto Express 2012 review. Has anyone tried it? I have used the ICE liquid before with varied results :confused:

Hello everyone, I own a 147 1,6 120HP. The car now has about 44.000km (about 27.000 miles). I bought it new so every service was done in Alfa Romeo dealers using full synthetic oil. However, I recently moved to Brussels so I had to go for the next service here. I went to a local mechanic and he...

Halfrods have this on offer 4l for £10 Will this be ok in my jtdm cloverleaf. Suitable for diesel and petrol engines.

The Advantages of Synthetic Oils over Mineral oils Extended oil drain periods Better wear protection and therefore extended engine life Most synthetics give better MPG They flow better when cold and are more thermally stable when hot Surface-active meaning a thin layer of oil on the surfaces...

Evening everyone , going to be doing a gearbox oil change shortly , I am looking towards a synthetic 75w-80 . I was wondering if there have been any issues or improvements with synthetic v mineral as I think the manual recommends mineral . tia

Hi, there are two Selenia oils for my Alfa . One is K. Am I right in thinking I need the oil that isn't a K?? And what's the difference ? I have a 170 multiair!!! Cheers Darren

Heads up on a good offer on ebay, Ive ordered 10L http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motorsport-Synthetic-Oil-10w60-EVO-IMPREZA-5L-/330670309916?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4cfd7c821c

As i say an oil can be made in the lab so it must be able to be made cheaply. Why i we relying on oil pumped from the earth ? Is it simply the oil companies hold all the strings and its easy to tax and for some to get very rich. Just interested really, im a spanner man for a living and can see...