Author Topic: The big boot  (Read 1807 times)

0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

chrisgoodwin

  • Star
  • *
  • Posts: 39
    • View Profile
The big boot
« on: 29 December, 2017, 01:20:46 »
Hi all,
Like the very similar post by Gusmagicbus, I am almost ready for the first boot.
A few questions if I may regarding a '53 B31.
Engine oil, I was thinking old school straight 40? (is it still available?)
Gearbox, again straight 90?
Finally, what spark plug would you recommend? I know the official Champion and NGK numbers, but I wondered if others experience told a different story.
As always, I would appreciate your advice.
Cheers
Chris

paulm

  • Blue Star
  • **
  • Posts: 98
    • View Profile
Re: The big boot
« Reply #1 on: 31 December, 2017, 17:34:48 »
yes sae 40 is available and a good choice L82 spark Plug

MICKREEVES

  • Silver Star
  • ****
  • Posts: 296
    • View Profile
    • mickreevesmodels
Re: The big boot
« Reply #2 on: 01 January, 2018, 08:52:13 »
I go the easy way with modern 20-50 grade for all.
Mick

STAR TWIN

  • Royal Star
  • ***
  • Posts: 226
  • A7 A10 B31 WDB40
    • View Profile
    • Strange Sheep
Re: The big boot
« Reply #3 on: 01 January, 2018, 14:32:18 »
I use an NGK B6HS.

ChrisG

  • Golden Flash
  • *****
  • Posts: 797
    • View Profile
Re: The big boot
« Reply #4 on: 01 January, 2018, 17:03:24 »
Straight Grade 40 is more suitable for the B31. Without sparking off the age old debate, the main difference is that classic monogrades do not contain detergents and the crud falls gently to the sump and stays there. Multigrades have detergents which hold the crud in suspension and transport it until it goes through the cartridge filter and is trapped there. So, assuming you don't have a cartridge or felt type filter, you're best off sticking to straight grade 40. If you have an external filter then by all means use either, Both are available in the Castrol Classic and Morris's range from most motor factors.