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It took a while, but you just don't see 20w/50 in the service stations over here. I found this on a webshop though..






Now that I have the right oil, I have a simple question or two for all you motorheads...



When I do get round to my first full oil change, should I drain the timing chest and if so, how do I go about it? Are there gaskets involved?

I ask because I've never opened the timing chest before but I know there are about 600ml dirty oil in there. It seems pointless to change the oil without changing that too.. Last year, I simply drained the sump and pump. If I drain it (from the timing chest), how does it get filled up again? Do I simply 'overfill' the sump and then start the engine, allowing the pump to do the rest?


HELP..! Advise me please.

I drain the timing chest by removing the large bolt with the tube that feeds the crank big end. That drains almost all the oil. You can pump some more oil in via the tappet compartment, as that is where it drains down from the rockers to fill the chest, then drains through a hole into the "tank" behind the engine. When re starting the engine after filling tank with oil, only let it tick over for a few minutes, don't rev it , to allow the filter chamber to fill, and oil start to drain from rockers. If you drain old oil, then re fill straight away, there will be enough oil on parts to lube them until new oil gets circulated.

Forgot to say, after engine is run for a few mins, then allow it to stand for 10 mins or so, then check and top up tank.

OK. Many thanks Hubby...


Because I like both belt and braces...






Can't be too careful, can I?


Thank heavens for digital cameras...

Yup, thats the little beggar!

Splendid fellow.. Many thanks.