Hi Edyvw- thanks for your input as always. I guess fuel filters aren’t a regular maintenance item anymore. The E90 starts well so I think I’ll watch out for a change in start up timing to revisit the regulator. By the way the Motul 5w40 excess is going great for the e46👍
I’m sensing a consensus that maybe a lighter or different oil (like Castrol 0w30 or the Mobil 1 0w40 o perhaps Motul 0w30 specific) might be a bit better choice that the Motul 5w40 excess
Motul 5w40 has been performing very well for last 1500 miles. The car seems to run stronger and smoother and has a more solid feel compared to Mobil euro 0w40. I wonder if this makes sense- this impression seems more than just my imagination
Most helpful. I may have an urge to try something good but also new to me. Would Motul 8100 x chess 5w40 gen 2 be acceptable (also would the Redline be if not as good but still quite good for my e46 ? After this I believe we have reviewed all contenders lol
It is only after fixing the two coolant pipes near the engine block that the e46 has been free of leaks. The oil filter housing gasket and valve cover have all been replaced in the last 60k mi. Totally worth it
Thank you again - that is exactly the video I spoke of. I appreciate your thorough (and compelling) analysis. I feel with your and Edyvw’s patient comprehensive help I have my answers. Castrol 0w30 and Pp 5w40 euro are both great. Now I need to flip a coin to see which one to try first. So...
Thanks again Jag - I have been reflecting a bit on your comments and Edyvw’s and have learned more than a bit. I have a Pennzoil Euro vs Pennzoil Ultra question that I wonder if you could speak to. I noticed that Pennzoil puts PP Euro in its full synthetic but not its ultra performance/ Ultra...