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17-06-2017, 09:15 AM
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R.I.P. Maggie
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I going to change the trans filter in my BTR, I have about 2 litres left over of Castrol transmax that i bought about 12 months ago, is it still ok to use?
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17-06-2017, 09:20 AM
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It seems to last a pretty long time in the ground.
I don't think oil has an expiry date. I've got bottles that are a few years old too.
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17-06-2017, 09:27 AM
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Iv'e seen metal drums where the bottom has rusted but the oil was still good,so I reckon it would last forever plus a year or two
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17-06-2017, 09:49 AM
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Thanks guys
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17-06-2017, 10:19 AM
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if its been sitting for years give it a shake, I've seen very old bottles of HPR30 where the additives have separated and the oil came out a very strange colour
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17-06-2017, 12:43 PM
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I recon it will be good for a few million years.
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17-06-2017, 10:20 PM
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Auto trans fluid is known to attract water/moisture. So be sure the bottle was sealed well.
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20-06-2017, 12:09 AM
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Yep as paulie said the main thing to worry about is moisture ingress into the oil which then allows bacteria to grow because there is water/air/light/minerals present.
I would give it 2 years shelf life tops. Wouldn't feel comfortable putting 5 year old oil into my car. Last edited by moneypit; 20-06-2017 at 12:19 AM. |
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How long does oil last on the shelf
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