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Old Today, 04:30 PM   #1
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Default Help with AU 2 XR8 oil

Any recommendations on oil for my 2002 AU XR8 with 356k on it?
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Default Re: Help with AU 2 XR8 oil

Brand, quantity or spec?
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Default Re: Help with AU 2 XR8 oil

I run 15/w/40,in mine if I put any thin synthetic stuff in it, it just rattles like hell at 190km
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Default Re: Help with AU 2 XR8 oil

190km odometer wise not speed
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Brand and grade is all in the question mate.
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