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Old 15-07-2009, 12:03 PM
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just finished fitting a new sump gasket on my series 2,but dont know whats the best oil to use? i ve bin told to put castrol in but would like to get a second oppion.
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valvoline VR1 is what i use. never had problems in any of my engines
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seconded. i put VR1 10w/60 in mine, does the job and doesn't use any
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mobil 1 is what use. its gd stuff
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I use VR1 10/60.......very good oil!
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i use mobile 1, 15-50. advised by burton power
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