What Oil
07 August 2006, 08:19 PM
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What Oil
Hi, tried doing a search but there was loads of different info so thought it would be easier to ask specifically.
What oil should I be using in a 97 WRX Type RA?
Thanks very much
What oil should I be using in a 97 WRX Type RA?
Thanks very much
07 August 2006, 08:44 PM
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The answer will be the same on ALL the threads - put in what SUBARU tell you to!!
Look in the owners manual and it will tell you - do NOT listen to any other advice, this is the REAL thing!
Now, lock the thread - thank you!
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Look in the owners manual and it will tell you - do NOT listen to any other advice, this is the REAL thing!
Now, lock the thread - thank you!
Pete
07 August 2006, 08:47 PM
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??????????????????????????????????????????
And, only now asking about OIL??
I smell a rat!!!
Who is behind this username then??
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And, only now asking about OIL??
I smell a rat!!!
Who is behind this username then??
Pete
07 August 2006, 08:52 PM
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I don't know, but with his user name suggesting him running a scoob on diesel.. I don't think it would matter what oil is in the sump.
As for a "proppa" answer: 10w40, 15w50, 10w-50, 5w-50, etc. Go for thicker and better quality oil if you drive like a loon, and change it more often.
As for a "proppa" answer: 10w40, 15w50, 10w-50, 5w-50, etc. Go for thicker and better quality oil if you drive like a loon, and change it more often.
07 August 2006, 09:13 PM
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No rats here! 
At the time I join Scoobynet I had a Legacy Turbo that I was smoking about in while I was importing a Corvette from the states. Amazingly (it only cost £900) nothing went wrong with it in the short time I had it so no need to ask any questions.
At the weekend I took a Type RA in part ex for a car I was selling. Just thought I would find out what oil I should use going forward.
Thanks for the info, any particular brands to avoid or to go for? I'll try looking in the handbook but its in Japanese.
As for Diesel Power... bit of a Prodigy fan
At the time I join Scoobynet I had a Legacy Turbo that I was smoking about in while I was importing a Corvette from the states. Amazingly (it only cost £900) nothing went wrong with it in the short time I had it so no need to ask any questions.
At the weekend I took a Type RA in part ex for a car I was selling. Just thought I would find out what oil I should use going forward.
Thanks for the info, any particular brands to avoid or to go for? I'll try looking in the handbook but its in Japanese.
As for Diesel Power... bit of a Prodigy fan
07 August 2006, 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Shark Man
Fat of the Land 
I darnt give a more specific answer for fear of sparking another 10-pager
I darnt give a more specific answer for fear of sparking another 10-pager
Im guessing 'what oil' is one of the FAQ's/'strong talking' points then
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07 August 2006, 11:00 PM
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What is stated in Pete's Bible (Subaru Handbook), is the MINIMUM specification.
Not everyone wants to spend mega bucks on their cars.
Not everyone drives like 'Miss Daisy', and therefore may have different service requirments.
I have now used Mobil 1 15w50 in both my old sti 4 (12000 miles = 4 x oil changes) and now my UK Turbo MY99. Have had no engine problems, MPG is good, power is good, cold start engine noise is good etc etc.
I have also never heard anyone having engine trouble and then blaming it on the quality oil!
Not everyone wants to spend mega bucks on their cars.
Not everyone drives like 'Miss Daisy', and therefore may have different service requirments.
I have now used Mobil 1 15w50 in both my old sti 4 (12000 miles = 4 x oil changes) and now my UK Turbo MY99. Have had no engine problems, MPG is good, power is good, cold start engine noise is good etc etc.
I have also never heard anyone having engine trouble and then blaming it on the quality oil!
07 August 2006, 11:38 PM
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But, PLEASE, PLEASE carry out the correct Oil Change Procedure ..... as documented here:-
https://www.scoobynet.com/special-oi...nal+oil+change
Pete
https://www.scoobynet.com/special-oi...nal+oil+change
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07 August 2006, 11:40 PM
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And use this:-
http://www.commaoil.com/Product%20%2...-10w-40-5L.gif
£14:99 for 5 Litres!!!
Serves me very well indeed, but your requirements may be different - so, check!
Pete
http://www.commaoil.com/Product%20%2...-10w-40-5L.gif
£14:99 for 5 Litres!!!
Serves me very well indeed, but your requirements may be different - so, check!
Pete
07 August 2006, 11:58 PM
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Originally Posted by chrispurvis100
Promoting our own tripe now Pete?
Don't you agree??
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08 August 2006, 12:11 AM
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I curious to see what you think about this Peter..... Im about to buy 25 litres of superb quality Fuchs/Silkolene 5-40w fully synthetic (ester; not hydro-cracked mineral oil pretending to be 'synthetic') and itll work out at just a shade over £15 per oil change. Would you still stick with Comma mineral based oil or choose this massively superior oil for the same price?
08 August 2006, 12:12 AM
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You see that my oil change thread has disappeared????
WTF is that all about then?? It was ok for over a year - sat dormant for 8 months then gets blitzed away????????????
Pete
WTF is that all about then?? It was ok for over a year - sat dormant for 8 months then gets blitzed away????????????
Pete
08 August 2006, 12:12 AM
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I curious to see what you think about this Peter..... Im about to buy 25 litres of superb quality Fuchs/Silkolene 5-40w fully synthetic (ester; not hydro-cracked mineral oil pretending to be 'synthetic') and itll work out at just a shade over £15 per oil change. Would you still stick with Comma mineral based oil or choose this massively superior oil for the same price?
Where are you buying it from and I will buy some also!!
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08 August 2006, 12:23 AM
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Originally Posted by pslewis
You see that my oil change thread has disappeared????
WTF is that all about then?? It was ok for over a year - sat dormant for 8 months then gets blitzed away????????????
Pete
WTF is that all about then?? It was ok for over a year - sat dormant for 8 months then gets blitzed away????????????
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08 August 2006, 12:23 AM
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Originally Posted by pslewis
You see that my oil change thread has disappeared????
WTF is that all about then?? It was ok for over a year - sat dormant for 8 months then gets blitzed away????????????
Pete
WTF is that all about then?? It was ok for over a year - sat dormant for 8 months then gets blitzed away????????????
Pete
08 August 2006, 12:25 AM
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Originally Posted by corradoboy
If you have a local Euro Car Parts then get down there as they have just started stocking the following Fuchs (who make Silkolene) oils...
Fuchs Titan Supersyn SL, fully synthetic 5W40
ACEA A3, B3, B4
API SL/CF
VW 502.00 & 505.00
MB 229.1
Fuchs Supersyn Plus fully synthetic 5W40
ACEA A3, B4
API SL/CF
VW 500.00 & 505.00 & 505.01
MB 229.1
Ford WSS-M2C 917A
A 25 litre drum of the SL can be had for £85, equating to about £16 for the averafe 4.5l oil change. I had oilman verify the quality from the above specs and he says it's superb stuff.
Fuchs Titan Supersyn SL, fully synthetic 5W40
ACEA A3, B3, B4
API SL/CF
VW 502.00 & 505.00
MB 229.1
Fuchs Supersyn Plus fully synthetic 5W40
ACEA A3, B4
API SL/CF
VW 500.00 & 505.00 & 505.01
MB 229.1
Ford WSS-M2C 917A
A 25 litre drum of the SL can be had for £85, equating to about £16 for the averafe 4.5l oil change. I had oilman verify the quality from the above specs and he says it's superb stuff.
Simon
08 August 2006, 12:25 AM
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Originally Posted by chrispurvis100
Well you did say that the almighty WebMaster has a small *****!
15,000 views and highly entertaining and Mr Webby Small ***** goes and takes his bat and ball home!!
Shows he has a small mind as well I suppose??
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08 August 2006, 12:29 AM
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Originally Posted by GC8
I havent been myself yet; Im off to Manchester tomorrow though so I'll know more then.
Simon
Simon
I actually don't NEED it - but, at the same price ........
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08 August 2006, 12:33 AM
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I'm just saying, don't bite the hand that feeds you!
You mean I will get banned??
Surely I would be offered a reason for that? Saying Webby has a small ***** cannot warrant a banning .........CAN IT
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08 August 2006, 12:35 AM
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No i'm saying that you called him a nasty name, he is god on here, so he deletes your thread.
Its not rocket science Pete!
Its not rocket science Pete!
