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+1 bit of oil to lubricate the o ring when you fit it.
P38A Oil leak P38 2.5DSE 1997 auto
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brianp38dse
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Always need a bit of lubrication 
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They are similar. Should come with set of o-rings. Renew all.
Early type (not for you)
Late type (one you want)
If you bought wrong type there’s always someone here that will take it off your hands.
Early type (not for you)
Late type (one you want)
If you bought wrong type there’s always someone here that will take it off your hands.
i guess ive got the wrong one? Even tho at the shop i bought it from claimed it to fit the plastic housing..
and what do you think about the oil?
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Quick search says that is correct one (stc 3350).
I prefer 10w40 but that’s handy if you live somewhere that’s -40C
I prefer 10w40 but that’s handy if you live somewhere that’s -40C
Oh okay, great so i guess my filter is good then
Its usually max -20 here where i live.
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Your in colder climate than us Brits 5w may be betterer for you.
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Oh okay, great so i guess my filter is good then
Its usually max -20 here where i live.
Lubricants with expected operating temperatures are in the front of RAVE. I'd be going 5w in -20C I think.
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I’ve always used semi synthetic.
i was struggling to find any other types than synthetic tbh
There actually werent any other than synthetic 5w-40 at that online store.. woahh
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Cant say myself never used it.
not recommended to use semi in engines requiring fully synthetic but other way round should be okay
not recommended to use semi in engines requiring fully synthetic but other way round should be okay
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I was told the diesel needs semi synthetic or can damage certain seals. Have always used semi in mine and been fine
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Doesn't matter, especially if you change it every 5k miles. Synthetic should last longer.
