What is ZDDP?

What is ZDDP?

What is ZDDP? (Zinc Dithiophosphate) Zinc Dithiophosphate is an anti-wear additive used in lubricants.  It is required to protect high load contact points such as camshaft lobes and followers.  It also acts as an antioxidant to extend oil life under harsh conditions. Optimum Levels There is an optimum level of ZDDP:  too little won’t offer…

What is the difference between a mineral and synthetic oil?

What is the difference between a mineral and synthetic oil?

Both types begin with crude oil.  Mineral oil is obtained directly from the refining process, whereas synthetic oils are subjected to chemical processing which alters and improves its chemical structure. Synthetic oils therefore have better performance than mineral oils at higher and lower temperatures, but are inherently more expensive. Millers Oils produce many different mineral,…

Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential

Limited Slip Differential – what type of oil is required? A limited slip differential (LSD) is a type of differential that allows its two output shafts to rotate at different speeds, but limits the maximum difference between the two shafts. In an car, such limited-slip differentials are sometimes used in place of a standard differential, where they…

Which antifreeze should I use for my classic vehicle?

Which antifreeze should I use for my classic vehicle?

It is important to use the correct antifreeze for your vehicle so that it does not damage the engine components.  Many modern antifreeze products are not suitable. OAT technology is a modern version of coolant as the rust inhibitors in the coolant deplete at a much slower level, like you would find in Millers Alpine…

Which gear oils do I use in my vintage car that has lots of yellow metal in the gearbox and differential?

Which gear oils do I use in my vintage car that has lots of yellow metal in the gearbox and differential?

Millers Classic Green Gear GL1 oils will be the closest to the original specification and is available in the heavier viscosities (90 and 140).  Use for lubrication of transmission systems which preclude the use of extreme pressure (EP) types, specifically for vintage applications. Click these links to buy Millers Classic Green Gear Oil 90 GL1…

The various different types of gear oil confuse me. What does GL1, GL3, GL4, and GL5 etc. mean?

The various different types of gear oil confuse me. What does GL1, GL3, GL4, and GL5 etc. mean?

There are 4 levels of performance in classic gear oils and these really follow the development of gear design. GL1 is the lowest level of performance and is only used in vintage transmissions. It is very similar to engine oil, having a very low additive content, but is available in much higher (thicker) viscosities to…

Do you have a 2-stroke oil suitable for older 2-stroke engines?

Do you have a 2-stroke oil suitable for older 2-stroke engines?

Do you have a 2-stroke oil suitable for older 2-stroke engines?   Yes.  Traditionally, the most popular oil for 2-stroke engines, was an SAE 40 mineral oil.  However modern 2-strokes require a low smoke, semi synthetic 2-stroke oil with a much lower viscosity, SAE 15.  Older 2-strokes, do not appreciate these thinner oils, so Millers produce…

Which oil for Minis and other applications where the engine and gearbox share the same oil?
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Which oil for Minis and other applications where the engine and gearbox share the same oil?

Which Oil for Minis? Which oil for Minis and other applications where the engine and gearbox share the same oil? Millers Oils do a Classic Mini Oil 20W50 (from our Classic Pistoneeze range).  This product is a moderate detergent, premium SAE 20W50 multigrade mineral engine and gear oil. It has been specifically developed for classic Mini engines,…

Which engines would use Millers Classic Sport 20w50?

Which engines would use Millers Classic Sport 20w50?

Millers Classic Sport 20w50 semi synthetic This oils, Millers Classic Sport 20w50, is a semi-synthetic multigrade, with a higher performance capability than the mineral version Millers Classic 20w50 multigrade engine oil.  Being a semi-synthetic, it has been developed for high performance classics such as Jaguar, Aston Martin, MG, Triumph, Porsche, Alfa Romeo etc.  It is perfect…

Which engines would use Millers Classic Pistoneeze 20w50?

Millers Classic Pistoneeze 20w50 (previously called Millers Classic 20W50) is a moderate detergent, premium, mineral multigrade and is typical of the viscosity of oil specified for the  majority of engines from 1960 to 1980.  It is specifically engineered for use in older engines, providing they are clean inside, which incorporate modern filtration systems.  Being a multigrade,…

Which oil should I use in my vintage car or bike engine?

Which oil should I use in my vintage car or bike engine?

Vintage cars/bikes, ie. pre-WW2, had very primitive oil filtration systems and used non-detergent oils, such as our Millerol range. The Millerol range contains anti-wear and anti-corrosion additives, but does not contain detergents which can attack yellow metals.  A lower viscosity oil would be needed in the winter, such as Millerol 30 and a higher viscosity…

Is it possible to use a more modern type of oil in these very old engines?

Is it possible to use a more modern type of oil in these very old engines?

Not at all. Modern engines are designed to run on an oil with very low viscosity (thin), such as 0W and 5W. These are too weak for older engines, which have been designed to operate with a viscosity of 20w in winter and 30 or 40 in summer. However, our later formulations, Pistoneeze and all…

What are the specific characteristics and advantages of synthetic oils?

What are the specific characteristics and advantages of synthetic oils?

Here we try to summarise what are the specific characteristics and advantages of synthetic oils? As with mineral oils, there are differing levels of quality within the definition of synthetic oils, but the general advantages are: Better flow at low temperatures enabling thinner oils to be manufactured. Thinner oils are required by modern engine designers…

Classic Specialist Oils

Classic Specialist Oils

Millers Classic Specialist Oils Our Classic Specialist Oils are supplied directly from Millers Oils in the UK.  The product links within the text below will take you directly to our online shop where these products can be purchased: Worm Steering Box Oil: high viscosity oil for worm steering boxes, containing low friction additives for improved…

Classic Fuel Additives
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Classic Fuel Additives

Millers Oils Classic Fuel Additives Despite the fact that mainstream leaded petrol disappeared in 2000, the role of lead in fuel is still widely misunderstood. The removal of lead from fuels and the addition of ethanol can cause problems for certain classic vehicles ranging from valve seat recession to fuel system corrosion. Ethanol in fuel…

Classic Engine Oils

Classic Engine Oils

There are several different Classic Engine Oils products The Classic Engine Oils are supplied directly from Millers Oils in the UK and have been specifically developed to enhance and protect the engines of desirable Vintage, Veteran and Classic vehicles.  The product links within the text below will take you directly to our online shop. Millerol – non detergent monograde The…