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Servicing
Hi Guys,
So in the absence of my favourite mobile RX8 mechanic I best have my local garage service it.
Is there anything special about a standard service?
I know you have to change the oil twice but I don't know exactly how that works.
All help appreciated
Will
So in the absence of my favourite mobile RX8 mechanic I best have my local garage service it.
Is there anything special about a standard service?
I know you have to change the oil twice but I don't know exactly how that works.
All help appreciated
Will
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Re: Servicing
I double oil change is really recommended when you first buy a car with unknown history, or you know it well overdue, or you looking to switch from 5w30 to 10w40 oils.
In all these cases it's about replacing as much of the old oil as possible, as soon as possible.
As an ongoing servicing routine, it's better to just do oil changes at more frequent intervals.
Have a read through this >>> viewtopic.php?f=25&t=35688
In all these cases it's about replacing as much of the old oil as possible, as soon as possible.
As an ongoing servicing routine, it's better to just do oil changes at more frequent intervals.
Have a read through this >>> viewtopic.php?f=25&t=35688
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Re: Servicing
Tell them the leading and trailing spark plugs are different t and mixing them up will crack the housing. Other than that it's a simple engine to service.
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Re: Servicing
Will, I thought I was your favourite mobile mechanic?!?
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Re: Servicing
Yup, I know about that one
Was really wondering how you did the double oil change? Just poor in twice as much as it needs??
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Re: Servicing
Well if it helps I'm prepared to call you the prettiest
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Re: Servicing
Should have gone to Specsavers!willberry70 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 6:14 pmWell if it helps I'm prepared to call you the prettiest
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Re: Servicing
Nope don’t do that.willberry70 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 6:11 pmYup, I know about that one
Was really wondering how you did the double oil change? Just poor in twice as much as it needs??
Change the oil (don’t bother with the filter), run it for 20-50 miles then change the oil and filter.
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Re: Servicing
Gotcha, I wondered how it was doneqwakers wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 6:26 pmNope don’t do that.willberry70 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 6:11 pmYup, I know about that one
Was really wondering how you did the double oil change? Just poor in twice as much as it needs??
Change the oil (don’t bother with the filter), run it for 20-50 miles then change the oil and filter.
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Re: Servicing
Do I need to be fussy regarding the oil filter?
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Re: Servicing
"Fussy" as in fitting the right specification and not some dodgy fake that will collapse internally and block the flow, or fail to filter anything?
I would say so, yes.
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Re: Servicing
Will, if you supply the parts and fuel money I can do the service for you and possibly talk you through how to do it for future diy(obviously I'm not a professional mechanic, but I am competent)
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Re: Servicing
Lots if fakes about though, so you need to be careful with those!!!
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Re: Servicing
Always buy them from opieoils.
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Re: Servicing
Wow that is an incredible offer. I'll gladly accept. That'll be fun
i guess I should buy a load of oil...how much do I need. Also if it helps I can come to you, although you coming to me does include lunch in my local
I'll give you a call.
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Re: Servicing
As far as engine oil is concerned for a double swap you need 8 litres, I tend to get mine from tescos or Halfrauds when on offer. But opie oils could supply all required oils and filters and I think you can get 10% off on your first order. Supplier is upto you at the end of the day though.
I can do gearbox and diff as well if you like(there is a fluid level guide on the forum for actual quantities required) and I don't mind driving to yours if food and fuel is included
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Re: Servicing
Ah can anyone recommend rear brake pads pleaase?
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Re: Servicing
Pagid from Euro Car Parts are fine for the road.
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Re: Servicing
If euroCarParts know my car type does it filter successfully to only show parts that fit? There's an EBC Yellow stuff rear pad that looks right if so.
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Re: Servicing
If you're buying EBC pads buy them from https://ebcbrakesdirect.com/ using one of our discount codes. Will cost less than ECP.
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Re: Servicing
What pads are you running on the front?
You don't want to mess with the brake balance
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Re: Servicing
EBC Red Stuff all over. They have Green Stuff for rear pads on euroCarParts. Do you reckon they should all be the same and be replaced at the same time? It's just one rear that worn at the mo.
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You don't need or want anything more than red stuff anything else is more fast road or track use
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Yeah it's just what they had listed under 'RX8', I'll try looking for Red Stuff.
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