[Vwdiesel] winter oil

[TexasTDI]

For colder weather you might want a 30 weight oil, 0w-30, 5w-30, or 10w-30.
The first number is the weight of the oil when cold.  The lower the number,
the easier it flows at cold temperatures.  The second number is the weight
after the oil reaches operating temperatures.  I'll probably keep 15w-40 in
my 1.6D year round, it rarely gets below the upper 20's here.  But I'm sure
it gets a lot colder up there.

Chris Thornton
1991 VW Jetta GL 2 Door 1.6D - 233k miles
2000 VW Golf GLS 1.9TDI 130hp/229ftlbs - 73k miles
1998 VW Passat GLS 1.8T -- FOR SALE
Amsoil Synthetic Lubricants Dealer #1098500
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----- Original Message -----
From: "dennis pantazis" <dennis at pantazis.org>
To: "Vwdiesel at Audifans. Com" <vwdiesel at audifans.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 4:21 PM
Subject: [Vwdiesel] winter oil


> i am planning on doing the first complete oil and filter change on bertha.
> reading the owners book leaves me a little confused- what is the 'correct'
> oil to use for winter driving.
> i am not looking for a brand war, but weight and viscosity rating.
> i live in chicago, and the car is kept outside. 1.6D.
>
> tia
>
> dennis
>
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