Straight oils

Information relating to the Matchless G5 or AJS Model 8 350cc Lightweight
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Red Gauntlet
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Straight oils

Post by Red Gauntlet »

After 50000 miles straight 50 non detergent.... Cholesterol for your engine!
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g80csp11
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Re: Straight oils

Post by g80csp11 »

Most of the classic oils you buy now are low detergent oil , so will help a little but you must always change the oil regularly as per the maintenance manual and clean the filter ( if fitted), and sludge traps in the crankshaft as thats one of the reasons many engines fail
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