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Is Penrite a smaller blender? Or boutique? Wondering why it doesn't have any of the full-SAPS Euro approvals other than 229.5 while other group 3 5W40s like Castrol Edge carry all of the common ones.

I'm aware there's still a low pressure in-tank pump on these systems, but I vaguely remember a piece of VW service documentation which recommended against running the high pressure pump (which from my understanding is typically driven off one of the camshafts via a mechanical linkage) "dry" if...

Is there a way of cranking the engine without actuating the injectors? I usually pull the fuel pump fuse on older port injection cars whenever I disturb the oiling system (filter, timing chain tensioner, etc.) but I realise things might not be that simple on direct injection with the high...

It does seem plausible that the current additive pack is compliant with SP. VW502 oils (of which M1 0W40 is likely one of the most commonly available in NA) were specified for use in small, forced induction VW engines for a while before 504 and 508 were introduced (again, talking about NA), and...

Almost all XW30/40 formulated for the common HTHS>3.5cP European approvals fall on the low side of the 40 weight viscosity range and thus can be used in 30 weight applications with zero reservations. Not to imply that a thicker, 40 weight like some of the boutique options would cause damage to...

Yes, the first and last two photos are HDEO, PCMO respectively. I named the files accordingly but I now realise the names aren't visible by default on all devices.

Have some filter media photos from two OCIs with very similar mileage/time/usage but different oils used. Posting in the Euro forum as it seems rather common for new members such as myself to wonder about the use of Euro approved PCMO vs HDEO in old engines. I realise this is not evidence of any...

I've never heard of a dust rejecting spray before, actually. Sounds like it works by reducing static charge buildup on surfaces? If that's the case I don't think it would be as effective on seals as they are contaminated mostly by direct contact with the door rather than static charge. Not sure...

Perhaps the silicone grease increases the seals' tendency to attract contaminants, making the rubbing audible again after some time. I have had good luck with gummi pflege on door frame seals which were noisy under chassis torsion and it's a watery liquid which might attract less dirt when dry...

Is OEplus 0W40 not PPE 0W40? I always assumed so.

I'm assuming this isn't one of the Getrag 260 or related gearboxes? Just curious since your description of some of the thread remaining unused makes it sound like the 70s/80s plugs but those don't have a face which contacts the outside of the case as far as I am aware. Like this:

DQ381 + DKFA in a GTI (probably exactly the same powertrain as in your GLI) was the first DCT I ever experienced and it was so disappointing with all the positive comments I was reading online about the earlier DQ200. It seems to be capable of changing gears extremely rapidly and "crisply" at...

If your use doesn't involve frequent short trips or lots of idling, 1yr/~8000mi sounds perfectly adequate to me. Regarding oil type I don't believe the euro 0W30-5W40 spread is wide enough to concern yourself with, I have run anything from the dealer 0W20 to PPE 5W40 down to about -25°C with...

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I agree for the most part, the majority of it is speculative and I couldn't justify my choice with anyhing past the fact that PPE has LL-01 and is available in a convenient size. However, I don't know what else is available to the average person when choosing oils for decades-old engines. It...

That's pretty much what I've settled on as well. Will be filling PPE next year as it comes in 5L jugs and contains slightly less Zn which could be better for timing chain wear if the results of Vanderbilt's research on the topic are valid. Probably confirmation bias, but I seem to hear more...

Just noticed that the German SDS got updated yesterday to 40-50% GTL and 30-40% PAO, with 78.3cSt/13.81cSt KV100/40. Also, for what it's worth, there's a Canadian SDS dated Nov 9 2021 for the -42°C GTL formula which is perfectly reflected by the PDS. @OVERKILL any thoughts?

That's the reason I made this post, I'd never be able to tell the difference in use and I don't have any personal preference. 😞 At this point I'm willing to choose PPE solely because it comes in 5L jugs, which is perfect for a car with 7.5L service capacity (and minimal oil consumption). Maybe...

I went out and bought a few jugs of M1 0W40 because the sale was ending soon, production date November 4, 2021. No way of determining whether this is the -60°C formulation or not, right? I remember reading that 6294 is printed on both versions but I can't find the thread now..

Nope, can't get the 5W40 M1 for competitive prices either. I couldn't justify any extra cost to myself when an LL-01 oil is available locally for under C$35/5L. Are both of those EA888? I used the M1 in 2019 for 9000km in the 2.0 gen 3 because I mistakenly thought it specified VW502 at the...