Series 3 leyland diesel oil?

[bcr2734]

i need to know of a oil for this engine as in what is good. also how much it takes i think about 6 ltrs tho i am not sure due to not having a diesel book.

[JDNSW]

Oil capacity is 6l, same as the petrol, plus 0.85l for the filter plus 0.85l for the aircleaner.

Recommended oil in the original manual is 20w for temperatures above -10, but I doubt any of the types recommended would be available today. Any diesel engine oil of the correct viscosity will work, as specifications are a lot more severe today than was required in 1957 when the engine was introduced, but I would be inclined to go up in viscosity to handle Australian temperatures better. While the better diesel oils will not hurt, they will provide little if any advantage as far as I can see.

John

[bcr2734]

i have tons of Delo 400 caltex oil here tho i wasn't quite sure about how it would go. i was unsure about air cleaner oil.

[JDNSW]

Should go perfectly well
"Delo 400 LE SAE 15W-40 is the latest generation API CJ-4 engine oil specifically formulated for new low emission engines, particularly those of North American origin fitted with diesel particulate filters. It is also suitable for earlier generation engines and is fully compatible with previous API Oil Service Categories."

However, there is no advantage in this over much cheaper oils, and the lower viscosity is likely to result in low oil pressure when idling hot, although this is not likely to be harmful.

Air cleaner oil is the same as the engine, but is not critical.

John

[UncleHo]

G'day bcr2734 :)

Yup! Caltex Delo 400 would be the go, we used to run it in the school buses for years, a mix of Bedford 330's & 400's with a couple of 6-354 Perkins as well as in the farm tractors, mainly Fergies, and never had any problems,we found that Delo didn't have as much viscosity drop when hot in the older type motors as some of the other brands, in fact there was one engine that when hot would only read 5 psi, changed it onto Delo, and hot idle was 15psi, the only thing changed was the oil brand, also used Wynns Diesel Conditioner in the distilate tanks to control the diesel bugs, if it has the short fat oil filter then the cartridge is Ryco - R2069P (same as Petrol engine) from most spares mobs, Repco spring to mind, any 20w-40w engine oil will do OK for the Air cleaner.


cheers

[bcr2734]

i got filters the other day. i was thinking of a conditionor for it. I drop water out and have ran water again to clear the crap out tho when i rebuild the car i will clean rad out of crap. have got Cummins coolant in there atm. it shouldn't hurt it. thankz

brian

[bcr2734]

Found this on the Caltex Site:

LAND ROVER
Series III, 2.25 Litre Diesel, 4x4 (1974-1983)

Crankcase
DELO SILVER 30
Service Refill Capacity: 6.2 Litres
Manual Transmission
EASYSHIFT SAE 75W-90
Service Refill Capacity: 1.5 Litres
Differential
EASYSHIFT SAE 75W-90
Service Refill Capacity: 1.7, 2.5 Litres (See Note 15)
4WD Transfer
EASYSHIFT SAE 75W-90
Service Refill Capacity: 2.5 Litres
4WD Differential
EASYSHIFT SAE 75W-90
Service Refill Capacity: 1.7 Litres (See Note 30)
NOTES
15 Rear differential.
30 Front axle swivel pin housings, use EASYSHIFT SAE 75W-90, 0.5 litre each.

[bcr2734]

This is for Valvoline Users:

LAND ROVER
Series III, 2.25 Litre Diesel, 4x4 (1974-1983)


Crankcase


PREMIUM MONO 30
Formulated to assist in controlling piston deposits formed in the high temperature operations of high speed, two stroke diesel engines while maintaining a high level of engine cleanliness. Premium Mono motor oils are recommended for Detroit Diesel two cycle engines (refer owner’s manual for grade). They are suitable for turbocharged and naturally aspirated diesel engines and also petrol engines using leaded and unleaded fuel where a monograde is recommended.

Service Refill Capacity: 6.2 Litres
Manual Transmission


HP GEAR OIL 80W-90
Recommended for use in automotive transmissions where a GL-5 is specified. It is suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Can also be used in steering units where a GL-5 gear oil is specified.

Service Refill Capacity: 1.5 Litres
Differential


HP GEAR OIL 80W
Recommended for use in automotive transmissions where a GL-5 is specified. It is suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Can also be used in steering units where a GL-5 gear oil is specified.

Service Refill Capacity: 1.7, 2.5 Litres (see note 15)
4WD Transfer


HP GEAR OIL 80W-90
Recommended for use in automotive transmissions where a GL-5 is specified. It is suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Can also be used in steering units where a GL-5 gear oil is specified.

Service Refill Capacity: 2.5 Litres
4WD Differential


HP GEAR OIL 80W
Recommended for use in automotive transmissions where a GL-5 is specified. It is suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Suitable for hypoid differentials, spiral bevel rear transaxles, and gearboxes in both high speed and high torque applications. Can also be used in steering units where a GL-5 gear oil is specified.

Service Refill Capacity: 1.7 Litres (see note 30)
NOTES
15 Rear differential.
30 Front axle swivel pin housings, use HP GEAR OIL 80W, 0.5 litre each.

[bcr2734]

Castrol Users:

LAND ROVER
Series III, 2.25 Litre Diesel, 4x4 (1974-1983)


Crankcase

CASTROL MAGNATEC DIESEL
Castrol Magnatec Diesel 15W-40 combines Intelligent Molecules with dedicated diesel technology for a stronger layer of protection to maintain engine efficency keeping your engine at its peak for longer. Castrol Magnatec Diesel 15W-40 actively maintains fuel economy through viscosity control with excellent soot handling performance which provides less oil thickening and reduced wear. Castrol Magnatec Diesel is suitable for naturally aspirated, turbo charged and inter-cooled turbo charged engines which meets and exceed API SM/CF, ACEA A3/B3.
CASTROL GTX DIESEL 15W-40
Castrol GTX Diesel is designed for today's diesel car and light commercial vehicle engines. Its liquid engineering that provides extra protection against diesel engine problems, like soot and harsh deposits that diesel engines face everyday. Castrol GTX Diesel meets and exceeds API SM/CF, ACEA A3/B3 requirements. GTX Diesel extends engine life via the following - superior cleaning power to maintain engine performance, reduces build up of harsh deposits, prevents oil thickening ensuring it flows freely and provides outstanding diesel engine wear protection.

CASTROL MAGNATEC
Castrol Magnatec 10W-40 combines Intelligent Molecules with synthetic technology for a stronger layer of protection from the moment you turn the key. Whether its during start-up, or on the road in demanding driving conditions, your engine needs more than just ordinary oil. You need the advanced protection of liquid engineering. Castrol Magnatec keeps your car at its peak for longer as its Intelligent Molecules cling and bond to metal surfaces of your engine, protect during all driving conditions and temperatures. Castrol Magnatec meets and exceeds API SM/CF, ACEA A3/B3 requirements.
CASTROL GTX3 MODERN ENGINE 15W-40
Castrol GTX3 Modern Engine 15W-40 uses the latest technology to meet the needs of today's more demanding modern engines. Its more than just oil. Its liquid engineering designed for longer drains and/or smaller sump sizes of modern engines. Castrol GTX3 15W-40 extends the life of your modern engine via providing advanced protection against high temperatures and stresses encountered in modern engines. Castrol GTX3 15W-40 meets and exceeds API SM/CF, ACEA A3/B3 requirements. Castrol GTX3 15W-40 is suitable for 4, 6 and 8 cylinder engines built by most manufacturers since 1995.

CASTROL RX SUPER
An SAE 15W-40, API CI-4/SL mid ash multigrade detergent diesel engine oil specifically designed to suit the requirements of US heavy duty diesel engines. CASTROL TECTION MEDIUM DUTY
Castrol Tection Medium Duty is a low ash multigrade, heavy duty diesel engine oil. It exceeds the requirements of API service classification CG-4/SJ.

CASTROL AGRI POWER PLUS
A true high performance engine oil for the many types and brands of equipment on Australian farms - from heavy duty diesel engines to petrol-powered cars. Most importantly, Castrol Agri Power Plus complies with the Australian lubricant industry agreed ‘phosphorous level’ protocol, ensuring it is safe for modern passenger-car catalytic converters.

Service Refill Capacity: 6.2 Litres




Manual Transmission

CASTROL VMX 80
Mild extreme pressure gear oil with special viscosity stabilisers to overcome shift problems. Recommended for use in transaxles of most front wheel drive vehicles with a transverse engine and manual transmissions experiencing low temperature shift problems. SAE 75W/80, API GL4.

Service Refill Capacity: 1.5 Litres




Differential

CASTROL EPX 80W/90
Multipurpose gearbox, steering gear and differential oil for passenger cars, light trucks, farm tractors and earthmoving equipment. SAE 80W/90, API GL5.

Service Refill Capacity: 1.7, 2.5 Litres (See Note 15)




4WD Transfer

CASTROL VMX 80
Mild extreme pressure gear oil with special viscosity stabilisers to overcome shift problems. Recommended for use in transaxles of most front wheel drive vehicles with a transverse engine and manual transmissions experiencing low temperature shift problems. SAE 75W/80, API GL4.

Service Refill Capacity: 2.5 Litres




4WD Differential

CASTROL EPX 80W/90
Multipurpose gearbox, steering gear and differential oil for passenger cars, light trucks, farm tractors and earthmoving equipment. SAE 80W/90, API GL5.

Service Refill Capacity: 1.7 Litres (See Note 30)




Notes
15 Rear differential.
30 Front axle swivel pin housings, use CASTROL EPX 80W/90, 0.5 litre each.