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Alloytec Oil

Kal123

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So what Oil is everyone using in there Alloytec's?

Mine's due for a service soon, so I'm wondering what Oils would be best...
 

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Many choices, make sure you read the Owner's Handbook and check the Specifications area. Stick with what Holden recommend. Alloytecs do love good quality clean oil. Anything less is detrimental to their longevity.
 

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Castrol edge 5w-30 runs mint!
 

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Im using Mobil Semi Syn 15w-40, no issues.

I want to give Nulon 15w-40 a go, see how that performs.
 

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2 weeks after i did a oil change to my car.. it made my oil pressure sender go faulty.. now i got to change that.. the oil i used was Castrol Magnatec 10W-40..
 

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Edge Sport 5w30.
Not a true full synthetic as claimed.
Will be changing to another
brand next fill.
 

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Nulon 10w40 full synthetic its in a gold bottle
 

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^^^Any issue using that Oil?
How much does it cost?
 

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Brand matters very little imo. I would choose an oil based on viscosity (specified or very close to recommended), specification (product data sheet), and manufactures approvals. As for oil change interval I would say the price you pay is somewhat proportional to how many kms you travel and how long it stays in the sump.

As for a filter, go with a genuine one. About $15, made in the USA.
 
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I use Nulon as well... has always been good for my car, no problems whatsoever. I get it at trade price through my dad, a service never costs very much for me at all. All parts at trade price but no labour costs, and I use one of my dad's hoists, and his tools.
 
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