Oil Musings & Great New Gadget!

[GK]

I just changed the oil today. I went for some Shell 15w/50 so I can finally (in my own mind anyway) settle the question I've had for ages on will slightly thicker or lighter oil diminish the valvey rattles.

I have always held the position that the thinner weight oil will hit the top of the engine earlier, quietening things. Others have said that a slightly thicker oil will do it. I thought I'd try.

Used to use Magnatec 10w/40 was no much chop.
Switched to Penrite HPR 10 Gas 10w/50, was better but still tappety.

Today I used Shell Helix Plus, 15w/50 and I'll see how that goes.

Also, for the first time today, I used my new oil filler funnel. It's square and locks in place. It was absolutely awesome to use, I didn't even screw the spout onto the litre measuring bottle that I use, just tipped it in. Marvelous!

Here's a pic of it in place.



Cheers,

GK