[Vwdiesel] Re: [vwpickups] Correct oil for a 1985 Jetta TD engine (in a 81 Pickup)

Dana Morphew kadm at pugetsound.net
Mon Feb 25 08:10:24 EST 2002


That's a good choice on the oil.  Chevron makes a Delo 400 10W30 weight for
winter, but I haven't been able to locate a supplier for the lighter viscosity.
I'd steer clear of Fram.

-Dana-

> I'm not sure the best oil to use.  Here's what I've
> purchased, but not put into the engine yet.
>
> Chevron Delo400 Multigrade 15W-40
> API Service Classifications:  CH-4, CG-4, CF-4, CF,
> CE, CD/SJ, SH, EC
>
> I also bought a Fram oil filter.
>
> Am I on solid ground?  Or should I run, not walk, back
> to the store and buy something better.
>
> Mike Harrnacker
> 81 Pickup (w/ 84 TD 1.6 diesel)
>
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