what oil

packerman · Post by **packerman** » Mon Aug 13, 2018 1:10 pm

hi guys back in the fold with a 123d convertible, on 65000 miles,
going to do a oil change as a precaution as not had a change in a while
bmw recommend 0w30w but thinking 5w30 might be better, any advice opinions?? cheers

stevesurrey · Post by **stevesurrey** » Mon Aug 13, 2018 3:27 pm

You dont say what age your car is, so just in case you're not aware have a quick look at this thread
https://babybmw.net/viewtopic.php?t=107876

packerman · Post by **packerman** » Mon Aug 13, 2018 5:24 pm

cheers its a 2010 e88 seems either 0w30 or 5w30 are ok

stevesurrey · Post by **stevesurrey** » Mon Aug 13, 2018 8:15 pm

As long as it meets BMW LL04 spec.

simyo · Post by **simyo** » Tue Aug 14, 2018 11:45 am

It is not a problem if you just use the right spec..

LL-04 spec is not as critically tested as VW tests for their oil spec.

If you want 5w30 use spec 507.00 of VW.

Toed64 · Post by **Toed64** » Thu Aug 16, 2018 9:02 am

LL04, consider using slightly more viscous oil because they run hot, and change it more frequently than your computer suggests to reduce the likelihood of chain failure.

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packerman · Post by **packerman** » Thu Aug 16, 2018 9:23 am

Toed64 wrote: ↑
Thu Aug 16, 2018 9:02 am
LL04, consider using slightly more viscous oil because they run hot, and change it more frequently than your computer suggests to reduce the likelihood of chain failure.

Forum sponsor OPIE Oils give forum members a 10% discount...

cheers got some millers oil ll04 5w30 in the end, intend to change every 12 months

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