Engine, gearbox, and transmission oils are blended from base oils. These base oils are categorised into Groups by the API Base Oil Classification system. If the automotive field Group III and Group IV base oils are marketed as synthetic.
Most diesel engine oils carry a higher specification rating than petrol engine oils and vehicle manufacturers often specify a diesel engine oil be used in a petrol motor. This does not work in the reverse, petrol only engine oils cannot be used in diesels. Some engine oils carry both petrol and diesel specifications.
No. Nulon Full Synthetic Multi Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid (SYNATF) covers a large number of vehicle applications but there are some vehicles which cannot use this fluid. Consult your owners manual for fluid requirements and cross reference this with SYNATF specifications which can be found at www.nulon.com.au
All you need to do this is : car jack, jack stands or ramps, level bar socket or spanner, drain plug washer, oil drain pan, some rags, container for the used oil and some gloves
Nulon shows you how to change your vehicle's gearbox oil in an easy step by step process.
All you need to do this is: car jack, jack stands or ramps, level bar, socket or spanner, drain plug washer, oil drain pan, some rags, container for the used oil, some gloves and Nulon Gearbox Oil.
The new way to change gearbox and diff fluids. Introducing EZY-SQUEEZE. In this DIY we are changing the DCT fluid in a MKII Audi TT Quattro. For information on your car, head to the lube guide
Nulon shows you how to change your vehicle's gearbox oil in an easy step by step process.
All you need to do this is: car jack, jack stands or ramps, level bar, socket or spanner, drain plug washer, oil drain pan, some rags, container for the used oil and some gloves
How to change your Engine Oil We show you how to change your vehicle's engine oil in an easy step by step process.
All you need to do this is, car jack, jack stands or ramps, socket or spanner, drain plug washer, oil filter wrench, oil drain pan, some rags, container for the used oil, some gloves, a new oil filter and Some Nulon Engine Oil.
Follow the vehicle manufacturers guidelines. Use an oil that meets there required specification and follow the vehicle manufacturer recommendation on oil change intervals. The interval can vary depending on driving and climate conditions.
No, the API GL5 rating does not supercede or cover the GL4 rating. It is important to follow the gearbox or diff manufacturers recommendations and use the correct GL rating.
Synthetic base oils have a number of advantages over mineral base oils. The uniformity of the synthetic oil molecules improves the thermal stability and reduces oxidation of the oil. Controlled molecular structure also results in lower volatility and a more stable vicosity over the life of the oil.
All engine oils contain detergent and dispersant additives which remove contaminant build-up inside your engine. When new oil is added to an engine these additives strip away build-up and hold the contaminant in suspension so it can be removed when the oil is drained, this does discolour the oil.
Low SAPS oils contain low levels of sulphated ash, phosphorus and sulfur. These oils are often recommended for diesel engines that incorporate exhaust emission control devices (DPF, TWC).
There are a number of important performance characteristics AN have over other base oils and these include:
Increased thermal and oxidative stability
Increased hydrolytic stability. AN does not attract water like ester based oils making it ideal for vehicles running E85 or other high performance fuels.
Excellent additive solvency.
Excellent seal compatibility.
AN is less polar versus ester, therefore will not compete with additive for metal surface attention.
All engine lubricants start life as a base oil and fall into either Group I, II, III, IV or V base oils. Group I and II base stocks are typically ‘less refined’ and form the basis of Mineral or semi synthetic base oils.
Group III base oils are widely considered to be synthetic while group IV an group V base oils are 100% fully synthetic and offer the highest level of lubricant protection and performance. Nulon Racing oil is blended using group IV and group V base oils.
SAE is the Society Of Automotive Engineers (USA). The SAE rating of an oil is a measure of its viscosity (eg 20W50).
API is the American Petroleum Institute. The API rating of an engine oil covers the performance rating of the oil (e.g. SM for petrol, CF for diesel).
ACEA is a European industry body up of European vehicle manufacturers. The ACEA rating of an engine oil of covers the performance rating of the oil (e.g. A3/B3, C3).
A Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is an emmission control device fitted to the exhaust stream of some modern diesel engines. It traps any soot that is present in the exhaust gases. All engines allow some amount of engine oil into the combustion chamber through cylinder lubrication, breathers etc. This oil is burnt and enters the exhaust stream. It is important to use oils with the correct levels of additive to prevent blockage of the DPF. Lows SAPS oils are generally recommended for DPF fitted vehicles. Consult your vehicle handbook or the Nulon Lube Guide for correct oil selection.
A hypoid gear oil is a lubricant that is designed to operate effectively with hypoid gear designs. Most gearboxes and differentials use hypoid gear designs and the lubricant must contain EP (extreme pressure) additives to prevent wear between the sliding surfaces of a hypoid gear mesh.
AN (Alkylated Naphthalene) is a 100% synthetic base oil stock well suited for lubricants in a variety of automotive and industrial applications. AN is particularly suited for use as a base stock in synthetic lubricant applications that require high stability under extreme operating conditions.
Nulon engine oils contain Moly DTC. This unique, state of the art, engine oil additive offers huge reductions in friction to provide improved fuel economy and provide optimum wear protection.
Poly Alpha Olefin or PAO is a 100% synthetic base oil stock used in the production of high performance lubricants. PAO’s typically have a higher viscosity index than mineral oils and better oxidative stability- i.e.they are less likely to breakdown.
Nulon hydraulic fluids do carry similar performance specifications but do vary in viscosity. ISO32, ISO46, and ISO68 are a measure of the fluids viscosity, the higher the number the thicker the fluid. Consult your machinery handbook to determine the viscosity recommendations of the equipment manufacturer.
Contact your local waste facilities or environmental protection agency. Used coolants can contain environmentally unfriendly materials that have originated from the engine cooling system and need appropriate disposal. Do not drain used coolant onto the ground or into storm water.
The main drive behind the use of thinner engine oils is fuel efficiency. The thinner the oil the less drag on internal components and also results in reduced energy loss caused by the oil pump etc.
