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?
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?