Oil Advice And Recommendations Here

[oilman 7]

Hello !

 

Peugeot

205 GTI

1987

XU9JA D6B 1905ccm

 

Engine is modified and rebuilt last year - gas flowed head , compression ratio 11.1 (CR raised with different set of pistons) , 405 SRi gearbox etc.

Daily driver (road car)

Oil temp - average 110C , maxi 130C

 

Im interested in engine oil recommendation I've been using 10w-40 multigrade oil in the past (Total or Shell 10w-40)

 

Thanks !

Damir

 

A mineral oil or semi synthtic is going to struggle at those temps, look at a decent synthetic 5w-40 to cope with it all better.

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

 

Cheers

 

Guy

[oilman 7]

Peugoet

205

1991

1.9 Mi16

Piper camswith, Head work, 45 Carbs, its been rebuilt and needs running in.

The 1.6 Be3 gearbox has also been rebuilt.

Used as a daily drive.

 

I need to know both Engine and Gearbox please.

To run in you will need a mineral based oil. 10w-40 semi synthetic is fine for this

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-990-fuchs-tita...engine-oil.aspx

 

Cheers

 

Guy.

[swordfish210 20]

Mark,

 

The Magantec is fine for normal road use but is really not up to the job of track work.

 

I would look at a 5w-40 synthetic, ideal for fast road and track.

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

 

Cheers

 

Guy.

 

Thanks for that, i'll fill up on that when i fit my oil cooler. Any recomdations about gearbox oil? Mark

[oilman 7]

The recommended viscosity is 75w-80

 

We've plenty here to choose from

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-670-75w-80-75w-85.aspx

 

Cheers

Guy

[craig f90 0]

Is it modified?

 

Cheers

 

Guy.

Sorry,yes its chipped with a k&n induction kit.

406 sri turbo 8v XU10 engine.

Edited June 21, 2008 by craig f90

[oilman 7]

A good 5w-40 synthetic will be ideal.

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

 

Cheers

 

Guy.

[oilman 7]

Don't forget, we're here to help or you can look up what is recommended for your car here.

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/oil-and-filter-s...ck-peugeot.aspx

 

All the best for 2009

 

Cheers

Guy

[oilman 7]

Anyone for some more advice? Feel free to ask.

[lemmingzappa 75 1 Cars]

Peugeot 205 GTi

1991

1.6

 

Road Use

No Engine or Exhaust Modifications

[oilman 7]

10w-40 semi synthetic with regular changes is ideal, if you want to go better then look at 5w-40 synthetic.

 

Fuchs, Motul, Silkolene, Mobil all worth a good look http://www.opieoils.co.uk

 

Cheers

 

Guy

[EdCherry 34 1 Cars]

1.6 Fresh Rebuild, Standard

1987

 

Track Use Only

[oilman 7]

Does it need running in after the rebuild?

 

Cheers

 

Guy

[platty 1]

Peugeot

205

1989

Xsara VTS (xu10j4rs)2.0 16v

 

No mods yet, but a inlet cam swap is inevitable.

 

Road, with occasional track use

 

Also, can you suggest a suitable gearbox oil?

 

Cheers, Mark

[EdCherry 34 1 Cars]

Does it need running in after the rebuild?

 

Cheers

 

Guy

 

 

Yes it would.

[oilman 7]

10w-40 semi synthetic to run in, they are 100% mineral base so ideal for the job.

 

Once run in I would go with a good ester based 5w-40 synthetic for track use such as the Silkolene Pro S 5w-40.

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk

 

Cheers

 

Guy

[lemmingzappa 75 1 Cars]

Thanks for your earlier reply.

I'm guessing I need 5 litres of oil for a complete change ?

 

I didnt realise I had to buy engine oil AND transmission oil though...with my mini I just drained oil via the sump and then topped up through the rocker cover, and I assumed that swapped the oil for both the engine and the gearbox.

 

Could you shed some light on this...

 

Thanks again.

[allanallen 528 2 Cars]

Model- 205 gti

 

Engine size/type- 1.9 mi16

 

Any mods- standard CR 8psi of boost no oil cooler

 

Type of use- fast road

 

Additional info,current oil used- 5w50 fully synthetic

 

 

Gearbox- standard 1.9 with tran-x diff

 

 

recomendations for engine and box please, al

[Chris H 10]

What would you recommend for my 205 Stage Rally car,fitted with a 1.9 mi16 engine. Its aprox 200bhp, running with mechanical followers and the usual head,cams etc. Car is fitted with a 19row oil cooler. Max engine revs 8500.

 

The car is used for tarmac stage rallies with stages over 20mins long on some events. I was using comma 15w50 semi synth and slick 50.....but just running the new engine in now so looking at upgraded options.

 

I was thinking something like Castrol Edge Sport 10w60 or Mobil 1 Motorspoer 15w50, maybe shell helix racing 10w60.....any opinions on Morris 10w50 competition oil?

 

Used the Castrol in the MG S2000 and Skoda WRC at work with good results but wondered what form your experience you'd recommend

[oilman 7]

Thanks for your earlier reply.

I'm guessing I need 5 litres of oil for a complete change ?

 

I didnt realise I had to buy engine oil AND transmission oil though...with my mini I just drained oil via the sump and then topped up through the rocker cover, and I assumed that swapped the oil for both the engine and the gearbox.

 

Could you shed some light on this...

 

Thanks again.

 

5L for the engine will be fine, for the gearbox 75w-80

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-670-75w-80-75w-85-mtfs.aspx

 

Cheers

Guy

[oilman 7]

Model- 205 gti

 

Engine size/type- 1.9 mi16

 

Any mods- standard CR 8psi of boost no oil cooler

 

Type of use- fast road

 

Additional info,current oil used- 5w50 fully synthetic

 

 

Gearbox- standard 1.9 with tran-x diff

 

 

recomendations for engine and box please, al

 

For the gearbox a 75w-80 http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-670-75w-80-75w-85-mtfs.aspx your choice of engine oil is spot on 5w-40 http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

 

Cheers

Guy

[oilman 7]

What would you recommend for my 205 Stage Rally car,fitted with a 1.9 mi16 engine. Its aprox 200bhp, running with mechanical followers and the usual head,cams etc. Car is fitted with a 19row oil cooler. Max engine revs 8500.

 

The car is used for tarmac stage rallies with stages over 20mins long on some events. I was using comma 15w50 semi synth and slick 50.....but just running the new engine in now so looking at upgraded options.

 

I was thinking something like Castrol Edge Sport 10w60 or Mobil 1 Motorspoer 15w50, maybe shell helix racing 10w60.....any opinions on Morris 10w50 competition oil?

 

Used the Castrol in the MG S2000 and Skoda WRC at work with good results but wondered what form your experience you'd recommend

 

I would not use either, this is a far better choice quality and grade wise

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-1146-silkolene...ce-engines.aspx

 

Cheers

Guy

[oilman 7]

Any advice needed ?

 

Ask us here, will be happy to help :-)

 

Cheers

 

Oilman

[oilman 7]

Hi folks,

 

With winter here and plenty of cold starts, perhaps it's time to consider changing the oil that you use in your car.

 

Does your antifreeze need changing?

Is your gearshift okay when cold?

Do you need something to protect your car from the weather?

 

We have free delivery to UK mainland for orders over £40 at the moment so it is a good time to order from opieoils.co.uk

 

Let us know if you need any advice, we are here to help. You can call us on 01209 202944, email us at sales@opieoils.co.uk, or just ask here.

 

Cheers

 

oilman

[MikeC 10]

Off topic but what would you recommend for a toyota 1.4 vvti to prevent the oild being burnt off. I have replaced the engine with a known good engine which does not burn. Do not want to have it happening again. Currently using manufacturer branded oil

[oilman 7]

Hi

 

With VVTi engines, burning some is normal, but some burn a lot. A 5w-30 is the standard grade for those, but if it does burn a drop (not always the sign of a worn engine, if I remember correctly, some VVTi engines burn oil due to the piston shape), a 5w-40 is the best option.

 

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-653-5w-30.aspx

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-656-5w-40.aspx

 

Cheers

 

Tim