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Freddie · 09-01-2006, 08:14 PM

I understand that putting strain on a cold engine can be really reduce the life-sapn of your lump, or is this an old-wifes tail? Do modern synthetic oils reduce the chance of damage occuring in cold engines?

The problem I face is.. I don't have an oil temp gauge on my car, as it was only fitted as standard in Saxo VTS'. Is there any way I can tell when my engine is warm enough for a bit of a thrashing?

I've thought about going by the warmth coming through the air heaters, or the water temp gauge, but don't really know if this a bad way of doing it? Is there any other way of telling?

Is it possible/difficult to fit an aftermarket oil temp sensor?

09-01-2006, 08:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
Freddie Senior member Road burner Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 470	Engine Oil Temperature I understand that putting strain on a cold engine can be really reduce the life-sapn of your lump, or is this an old-wifes tail? Do modern synthetic oils reduce the chance of damage occuring in cold engines? The problem I face is.. I don't have an oil temp gauge on my car, as it was only fitted as standard in Saxo VTS'. Is there any way I can tell when my engine is warm enough for a bit of a thrashing? I've thought about going by the warmth coming through the air heaters, or the water temp gauge, but don't really know if this a bad way of doing it? Is there any other way of telling? Is it possible/difficult to fit an aftermarket oil temp sensor?