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Old 10th October 2021, 08:57   #3
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Also, should I use Carlube engine flushing fluid or something like Wynns. I'm assuming it won't hurt to clean out the hydraulic tappets?

Any and all advice greatly appreciated.

Regards,

Terry

Has your car been neglected to the extent that it needs an engine flush with a purpose made chemical?

Personally, I would only ever flush with oil meeting the manufacturer's spec.

Whenever I have bought a car, I have changed the oil and filter, driven between 100 and 1k miles and changed again.
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