It's FREE - so I want it.
If it IS too thin, can I add a bottle of STP and end up with a good-enough oil to last 5000 miles or so for the grand sum of £5?
Can I use 5W30 in a 1.4?
Can I use 5W30 in a 1.4?
Will this be OK? - must I be very gentle with the engine with this "thin" oil?
It's FREE - so I want it.
If it IS too thin, can I add a bottle of STP and end up with a good-enough oil to last 5000 miles or so for the grand sum of £5?
It's FREE - so I want it.
If it IS too thin, can I add a bottle of STP and end up with a good-enough oil to last 5000 miles or so for the grand sum of £5?
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Re: Can I use 5W30 in a 1.4?
^startpost question; yes you can. i wouldn't reccomend it for a B14 in hot climate though (outside temp above 30degrees)
Re: Can I use 5W30 in a 1.4?
It seems fine, its been in there a week, the whining sound from the engine has gone and I cant help noticing the extra horse or two from the thinner oil.
If it gets REALLY hot I will chuck in some stp
If it gets REALLY hot I will chuck in some stp