Toyota NZ now supplying Motul 0w-20 for FT86

[SXE10]

Thought this might be of interest to Kiwi members & also those trying to decide what oil to use. Doesn't get much better than manufacture approved.

Toyota NZ are now supplying Motul H-Tech 0w-20 for the FT86
It is available through all NZ dealers although minimum order quantities are required so some of the smaller dealers may not stock it.

0W-20
Viscosity at 100°C 8.2
Viscosity at 40°C 42.5
Viscosity index 173

Full spec sheet http://www.motul.com/system/product_...pdf?1339474108


Also available in the TRD by Motul range is
TRD Sport Brake Fluid Dot 4 (600°F rated) 500ml
TRD Sport Gear Oil 75w-140 1L
TRD Sport Engine Oil 5w-40 4L
TRD Sport Engine Oil 5w-40 1L

[Blue86]

Was chatting to the Liqui Moly rep today and he said they have some nice 5w20. Liqui Moly is actually German made too

[SXE10]

There's surprisingly quiet a lot of options in 20 weight when you start looking. You just wont find them at Repco or SuperCheap

[Walldodger]

Autobarn aren't much better with range of 0w20s. I can't think of where else to go, are there stores anyone can recommend? Bursons used to sell Redline but looks as if there are not going to sell it for much longer.

[Nezz]

I've ordered Motul H-Tech myself. Bendigo Tyre and Wheel Centre have plenty of stock for anybody in Bendigo or nearby, and it's come in, so go get it!

[OrbitalEllipses]

Could you Aussies/Kiwis explain to me the difference between this and the Eco-Lite 8100 Motul? With Eco-Lite in the name I don't really...trust...it, but I'm sure it's a good oil being Motul and all.

[Nezz]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Could you Aussies/Kiwis explain to me the difference between this and the Eco-Lite 8100 Motul? With Eco-Lite in the name I don't really...trust...it, but I'm sure it's a good oil being Motul and all.

Eco-Lite just means that it's formulated to "standard" specification, which is fine for road use or especially in my sort of situation-- my oil will be lucky to have 900km on it before it gets changed again. You don't want to use it for race purposes-- but a quick note, blasting a winding road, then driving home, is -not- a race application. Eco-Lite is fine for perfomance motors, just don't cook it day in day out (can't do that in Australia anyway unless you like your car impounded...) The 300V and the H are high-RPM suitable. Which would be nice, but our cars aren't high-RPM.

EDIT; Also, "fun days" at racetracks aren't racing. You've got plenty of time cooling off when you can't pass idiots who can't corner and you're also unlikely to put the stresses on it that a real race driver would. Plus it's longer lasting than race oil anyway-- which provides better protection but breaks down faster (Less lifespan, more lubrication, like castor oil)

[OrbitalEllipses]

Thanks mate!

[Nezz]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Thanks mate!

Basically think "Eco-Lite" == Mobil 1 or Valvoline ProSynth. Our engines are made for light oil so no big deal, low friction pistons etcetera.

Mobil 1 Racing is a bit different, but that's a racing oil...

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by Nezz

Basically think "Eco-Lite" == Mobil 1 or Valvoline ProSynth. Our engines are made for light oil so no big deal, low friction pistons etcetera.

Mobil 1 Racing is a bit different, but that's a racing oil...

Mobil 1 Racing will kill cats...racing oils aren't really for street cars with emissions equipment. Quality synthetic is a quality synthetic right?

[Nezz]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Mobil 1 Racing will kill cats...racing oils aren't really for street cars with emissions equipment. Quality synthetic is a quality synthetic right?

That's it, they break down past the scraper ring and get into your combustion chamber and eeeyup dead cat.

Quality synthetics are important.

[OrbitalEllipses]

Poor kittens

Thanks for the info. I owe you some Vegimite.

[Nezz]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Poor kittens

Thanks for the info. I owe you some Vegimite.

Vegemite I can get. Fifth Avenues!

[SXE10]

Originally Posted by 8100 Eco-lite 0w20

"Fuel economy" engine oil especially designed for recent cars powered with gasoline engines designed to use oil with low friction, very low HTHS viscosity (≥2.6 mPa.s) and "Mid SAPS" reduced content of Sulfated Ash (≤0.8%), Phosphorus (0.07≤x≤0.09%) and Sulfur (≤0.3%). Catalytic converter friendly. These oils may be unsuitable for use in some engines. Refer to the owner manual or handbook if in doubt.

Not really suitable for use in a sports car. Use H-Tech in the 86, it's SN GF-5, has a higher VI & HT/HS