cjb 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2017 Hi, Just wondering what engine oil options I have? Quite prepared to spend a few extra dollars for good stuff. Cheers Callum Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 855 Report post Posted January 31, 2017 (edited) I would suggest using a branded full synthetic 5w30 meeting the required spec. We use ELF Evolution 900 FTX 5w30 API:SN/CF,ILSAC:GF5 I would also suggest checking the coolant and only use genuine coolant. 3 X 1.5 litre bottles. There is also a special venting (bleeding) proceedure Edited January 31, 2017 by *Glenn* Not thinking 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjb 0 Report post Posted February 28, 2017 On 1/31/2017 at 2:22 PM, *Glenn* said: I would suggest using a branded full synthetic 5w30 meeting the required spec. We use ELF Evolution 900 FTX 5w30 API:SN/CF,ILSAC:GF5 I would also suggest checking the coolant and only use genuine coolant. 3 X 1.5 litre bottles. There is also a special venting (bleeding) proceedure Thanks Glen (sorry I missed your reply till now). I ended up using Caltex Edge which supposedly meets the BMW longlife 1 requirement. I've recently been thinking about the coolant actually so will get that done this weekend - thanks! I have previously used the BMW coolant on my e36 which I got from BM Workshop.. its not the cheapest stuff out there, from memory double what regular coolant costs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 855 Report post Posted February 28, 2017 You may need to use a diagnostic machine to vent (bleed) the cooling system. It doesn't always work as seen on UTube. And you will need a 14 volt charger on the battery while this process is carried out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjb 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2017 6 hours ago, *Glenn* said: You may need to use a diagnostic machine to vent (bleed) the cooling system. It doesn't always work as seen on UTube. And you will need a 14 volt charger on the battery while this process is carried out. Strewth! sounds like a job for professionals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted March 1, 2017 9 hours ago, *Glenn* said: You may need to use a diagnostic machine to vent (bleed) the cooling system. It doesn't always work as seen on UTube. And you will need a 14 volt charger on the battery while this process is carried out. Sorry to hijack, this made me curious. Glenn, How much does this venting cost if done professionally? Is it time intensive, or 'just' a matter of having the right tools? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 855 Report post Posted March 1, 2017 (edited) We charge $195 to do the job- 1 hr labour & 3 X 1.5 liter bottles of genuine coolant + Gst. This process is only required on vehicles with electronic water pumps. All the others are bled in the normal fashion. Edited March 1, 2017 by *Glenn* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe79 410 Report post Posted March 1, 2017 3 hours ago, *Glenn* said: We charge $195 to do the job- 1 hr labour & 3 X 1.5 liter bottles of genuine coolant + Gst. This process is only required on vehicles with electronic water pumps. All the others are bled in the normal fashion. Thank you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
