39 replies to this topic

[R1minimagic]

I have lost count of the number of times i have given advice on choice of oil, i give up!!!

[Orange-Phantom]

Just an idea, as the "what oil should I use" thread seems to rear it's ugly head all the time how about a sticky in the technical section written by actual people in the know such as R1minimagic who know the actual sketch and the truth about oils.

Maybe a short list of the best oils as well and the reasons as to why they are. Information being power and all that!

[Mrpeanut]

<p>I agree with orange-phantom.  It doesn&#39;t help for anyone to say that others are talking rubbish but not assist! I'm not sure that anyone has answered bob question!  
Does anyone actually know  whether there is any benefit or difficulty in using a lower viscosity oil in winter months?</p>

Edited by Mrpeanut, 03 December 2012 - 02:51 PM.

[ANON]

Having worked in the additive industry as a formulator for around 8 years, I can see there is a lot of nonsense being talked here!!

anything to do with thornton research?

[jaydee]

<p>I agree with orange-phantom. It doesn&#39;t help for anyone to say that others are talking rubbish but not assist! I'm not sure that anyone has answered bob question!
Does anyone actually know whether there is any benefit or difficulty in using a lower viscosity oil in winter months?</p>

I REPLIED THIRD REPLY ON THE THREAD.

[Mrpeanut]

<p>I agree with orange-phantom. It doesn&#39;t help for anyone to say that others are talking rubbish but not assist! I'm not sure that anyone has answered bob question!
Does anyone actually know whether there is any benefit or difficulty in using a lower viscosity oil in winter months?</p>

I REPLIED THIRD REPLY ON THE THREAD.

No need to shout.

I think Bob was after a more straightforward response, ie "yes it's a good idea and try this oil", or "don't bother".

I've re-read the thread and I'm none the wiser!

[mini-luke]

<p>I agree with orange-phantom. It doesn&#39;t help for anyone to say that others are talking rubbish but not assist! I'm not sure that anyone has answered bob question!
Does anyone actually know whether there is any benefit or difficulty in using a lower viscosity oil in winter months?</p>

I REPLIED THIRD REPLY ON THE THREAD.

No need to shout.

I think Bob was after a more straightforward response, ie "yes it's a good idea and try this oil", or "don't bother".

I've re-read the thread and I'm none the wiser!

That's because most, if not all, replies on this thread are speculation and personal opinion

[Guess-Works.com]

I know one thing which is true...

Whatever oil you use, be it treacle or cooking oil, change it regularly, once it's black and smells then change it, don't wait for any particular time or mileage interval.

[firstforward]

<p>I agree with orange-phantom. It doesn&#39;t help for anyone to say that others are talking rubbish but not assist! I'm not sure that anyone has answered bob question!
Does anyone actually know whether there is any benefit or difficulty in using a lower viscosity oil in winter months?</p>

I REPLIED THIRD REPLY ON THE THREAD.

No need to shout.

I think Bob was after a more straightforward response, ie "yes it's a good idea and try this oil", or "don't bother".

I've re-read the thread and I'm none the wiser!

That's because most, if not all, replies on this thread are speculation and personal opinion

+1 on that.

[jaydee]

Original op question has been answered.

Can this thread be closed to avoid the usual can of worms?

Cheers.