M42 Oil

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Kocka
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Post Thu Sep 19, 2019 10:02 am

Hello,

Is anybody running their m42b18 on Mobil Super 2000 X1 10W40 oil and what's your experiance with it? I bought this oil and I'm wondering if its correct and ok for my m42b18 before I pour it in.

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TurtleDesignTech
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Post Fri Sep 20, 2019 7:32 pm

Check the Wiki - https://www.e30zone.net/e30wiki/index.php?title=Oil

Seems like it is recommended.

I would use a fully synthetic oil if you plan to run the car hard, but for normal use I am sure this is fine.