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Barnfind
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Re: Oils.

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Thanks for your replies.

Data sheet downloaded.

GL4. I have read about GL5 and the brass synchros problem.

Regards..
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GL-4/GL-5

yes from what I understand it's worse for cars that sit unused for long periods of time - but either way, GL-4 seems like the way to go to be on the safe side.

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Re: Oils.

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Got today Petronas GL4. Seems that actually Petronas distributes Tutela.
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Re: Oils.

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What about RedLine for you guys un US? It has been widely used in Ferraris..
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Re: Oils.

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How much oil is required?
(For the 2.4 diff)
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Re: Oils.

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vlad wrote: Wed Apr 17, 2019 7:18 pm How much oil is required?
(For the 2.4 diff)
Should be around 3 liters W90/M-DA. Better drain it and refill it to the level opening.
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Re: Oils.

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Thanks it was drained as part of a rebuild, new drive shaft bearings and oil seals + pinion bearings
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Re: Oils.

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Try to get the Tutela W90/M-DA. You might experience problems with other oils even if they have the same specs. It's still available from Fiat or Iveco dealers.
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Re: Oils.

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Dear all,
any suggestion for Oil Filter and engine oil please?
Thank you!
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Re: Oils.

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I use the UFI 23.162.02 oil filter. It is important that it has a riser inside that prevents complete drainage.
Regular 20W-50 mineral oil is perfect for the Dino.
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