Which engine oil do you use (CDT / CDTi)

xion2000 · 25th August 2010, 19:32

After doing quite a lot of searching recently for decent engine oil at a bargain price I found out (thanks to JakeW89) that I was in actually looking for the wrong grade (at least as far as my user manual recommends)
I was looking at prices for 10W40
BUT I should be looking for either 5W40, 5W30 or 0W40 ECEA A3/B3
Anyway, now that I'm on the right track I thought I would put this question to forum members
What engine oil do you use ? (diesel owners only please)
example (not actually correct, just an example)

Make = Mobil
Range = 1
Grade = 0W40
Type = Fully Synthetic
Purchased from = Halfords
Cost = £39.99 for 5 litres

PLEASE, those who post could you follow the format of my example above for easy comparison

48rov06 · 25th August 2010, 19:57

I always use
Mobil
1
0-40 fully syn

buy from COST-CO
PRICE LAST TIME APROX £25 FOR 5 LITRE (used to be £22 for 4 litres)
Trouble is you have to be a member,but they do good deals
Regards Alan

James.uk · 26th August 2010, 01:06

It's important to change your oil frequently in a diesel engine, so as long as you use a good quality brand it isn't that crucial..

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RoverRobert · 26th August 2010, 01:20

Currently using Shell Super Helix Diesel

I have a mate in the trade so get it super cheap. Does the job! And I change the oil about every 3 months.

crofts · 26th August 2010, 01:31

Shell Helix Diesel is a good choice and used by ex Rover/MG dealer and main BMW dealer here.
Last time I bought from Shell station it was about £22/5 litres.

Robson Rover Repair · 26th August 2010, 02:22

Anyone with a modern diesel engine would be mad not to consider these guys.

http://www.millersoils.net/index.htm

Between their oils and their fuel additives, they have grown in brand power for quality and nothing else. Worth a look.

Devilish · 26th August 2010, 06:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by James.uk

It's important to change your oil frequently in a diesel engine, so as long as you use a good quality brand it isn't that crucial..

...

Anything less than a quality fully synthetic in a BMW 2.0l turbo diesel is not good enough, especially if it has been given the Ron mod, the viscosity is not so good after a while. It is better to change a good synthetic every 10k than any other oil at 4k

For as long as I can remember I have used GM oil and have used fully synthetic since it came on the market. I use GM Super Synthetic 5W-30 every 10k

I believe fuel is important also, I have always used Texaco diesel, and have used Wynns additives since my biking days in the 70's I use use an injector/pump additive soon after purchase of the car and once a year if I keep it long enough, and I never run on less than a 1/4 of a tank.

I have been driving diesels for 35 years and never had a problem with any of them, several had covered 150k - 200k and were as good as new when sold. So it works for me.

Oh the price from Vauxhall = £39.99 + vat, I get it for £25 trade

rossocorsa · 26th August 2010, 07:15

unipart 5w40 fully synthetic £17.99 for 5 litres from the range

tob79 · 26th August 2010, 11:09

optima vimax 5w40 fully synthetic £13.95 for 5 litres (bought a 25litres drum)

biggles2000 · 27th August 2010, 01:20

Any branded ( I try find one on offer ) 10W40. It's what the handbook says, so I have always put that in.

25th August 2010, 19:32	#1
xion2000 Avid contributor MG ZT+ CDTi 135 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Middlesbrough Posts: 209 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Which engine oil do you use (CDT / CDTi) After doing quite a lot of searching recently for decent engine oil at a bargain price I found out (thanks to JakeW89) that I was in actually looking for the wrong grade (at least as far as my user manual recommends) I was looking at prices for 10W40 BUT I should be looking for either 5W40, 5W30 or 0W40 ECEA A3/B3 Anyway, now that I'm on the right track I thought I would put this question to forum members What engine oil do you use ? (diesel owners only please) example (not actually correct, just an example) Make = Mobil Range = 1 Grade = 0W40 Type = Fully Synthetic Purchased from = Halfords Cost = £39.99 for 5 litres PLEASE, those who post could you follow the format of my example above for easy comparison

26th August 2010, 01:20	#4
RoverRobert Loves to post Rover 75 Club CDT Auto Tourer 2002 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Atherstone Posts: 297 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 1 Post	Currently using Shell Super Helix Diesel I have a mate in the trade so get it super cheap. Does the job! And I change the oil about every 3 months. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] UPGRADES Jules Kenlowe Fan Airbag Connectors Fixed Electric Heated Seats Chrome Bullet Powerfolds Drivers Grab Handle Union alloys Real Wood Dash Illuminated visors Harry's Handbrake Compensator Wood steering wheel Retrofit Cruise Control

26th August 2010, 01:31	#5
crofts I really should get out more....... 2003 Rover 75 Conn. SE Auto Tourer 131 ps CDTi Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bristol Posts: 2,512 Thanks: 38 Thanked 67 Times in 55 Posts	Oil Shell Helix Diesel is a good choice and used by ex Rover/MG dealer and main BMW dealer here. Last time I bought from Shell station it was about £22/5 litres. __________________ Rover 75 CDTi SE Connoisseur Tourer (2003) In desirable STARLIGHT SILVER (now restored to it's former glory with all the chrome !)

26th August 2010, 02:22	#6
Robson Rover Repair NI/ROI RS ZT-T 190 / 75 Diesel x3 / 6 door limo / 216 Cabby / Rover 25 van Join Date: May 2009 Location: Antrim Posts: 8,101 Thanks: 299 Thanked 1,046 Times in 568 Posts	Anyone with a modern diesel engine would be mad not to consider these guys. http://www.millersoils.net/index.htm Between their oils and their fuel additives, they have grown in brand power for quality and nothing else. Worth a look. __________________ Cheers, Colin Robson Rover Repair on Youtube DISCOUNTED MTEC BRAKES FOR ALL MG ROVER'S Braided hoses, more coating and pad options for 2024

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25th August 2010, 19:57	#2
48rov06 Loves to post 75 connoisseur se cdti tourer 2006 tempest grey Join Date: May 2008 Location: cardiff Posts: 260 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I always use Mobil 1 0-40 fully syn buy from COST-CO PRICE LAST TIME APROX £25 FOR 5 LITRE (used to be £22 for 4 litres) Trouble is you have to be a member,but they do good deals Regards Alan

26th August 2010, 01:06	#3
James.uk Passed Away 2002 Pale Blue. Rover 75 CDTi Connoisseur auto. 170K miles Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Near the M67. Posts: 14,509 Thanks: 199 Thanked 585 Times in 397 Posts	It's important to change your oil frequently in a diesel engine, so as long as you use a good quality brand it isn't that crucial.. ...

26th August 2010, 07:15	#8
rossocorsa Posted a thing or two None Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: GRIMSBY Posts: 1,243 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	unipart 5w40 fully synthetic £17.99 for 5 litres from the range

26th August 2010, 11:09	#9
tob79 Newbie CDTi Con SE Auto Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Wellingborough Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	optima vimax 5w40 fully synthetic £13.95 for 5 litres (bought a 25litres drum)

27th August 2010, 01:20	#10
biggles2000 Regular poster 75 and ZT-T Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Taunton Posts: 59 Thanks: 4 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Any branded ( I try find one on offer ) 10W40. It's what the handbook says, so I have always put that in.