Seastoke
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so in my hand book it says 15/40 CF 4 only cf 4 is obsolete does anyone have any thoughts
engine oil
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Momac
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Seastoke
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i have put fleet oil in but what is specific about marine oil,and is that for marine or genral large engines
Momac
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It isn't specifically marine oil.
Shell Rimula rt4X was recommended on this forum. It is a bit old fashioned which is just the job.
If you go to the smith and allen link and look a the documents tab and then technical data you will see it is CF-4 compliant , among others.
I have 20litres in my engine bay waiting to go in - this weekend i hope.
Shell Rimula rt4X was recommended on this forum. It is a bit old fashioned which is just the job.
If you go to the smith and allen link and look a the documents tab and then technical data you will see it is CF-4 compliant , among others.
I have 20litres in my engine bay waiting to go in - this weekend i hope.
Seastoke
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thanks ,good price as well
Momac
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Delivery and VAT are extra.
But still a worthwhile amount cheaper the Volvo Penta oil.
But still a worthwhile amount cheaper the Volvo Penta oil.
oldgit
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Used motor factor fleet oil in all my Mercruiser/ Volvo and Perkins engined boats, also generic fuel and oil filters.
Combined hours total (all logged) of at least 3000 hours.
Regular yearly lubricant/filter change.
No problems to date.
Combined hours total (all logged) of at least 3000 hours.
Regular yearly lubricant/filter change.
No problems to date.
Momac
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When I looked for engine oil I did find some cheaper but not a brand I recognised so decided the Shell Rimula oil was good quality and achieved the Volvo Penta spec that I wanted.
The alternative cheaper oil may have been okay but I decided not to risk it to save something like £15 (for 20 litres).
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The alternative cheaper oil may have been okay but I decided not to risk it to save something like £15 (for 20 litres).
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gordmac
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I find Millers oils helpful, ask what they recommend.
Plum
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I have been using this for the last two years http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EXOL-SHPD...SPEC-20-LTR-/350510638548?hash=item519c0fe5d4
Www.solocoastalsailing.co.uk
