Lotus Esprit V8 Maintenance Time! Oil Change and Upcoming Repairs...

WELL its time for a change of pace. I've had lots of requests for some more of "regular stuff you do" videos and now its time for a quick and easy oil change on the Esprit. This is my '99 Esprit I've had for almost 4 years, and its time for its annual oil change. I only have time to drive it 1200-1500 miles a year so changing the oil by time and not mileage is what I do.
These cars use a thicker oil, I use 10w-60 Eurocar. The twin turbo V8 technically does hold 9-10 quarts however during an oil change most people find 7 quarts will fill them up. They have oil coolers and lines that run to the front and it is NOT a good idea to drain them. Doing so can create air pockets in them and starve the engine of oil.
Anytime I get a car, any car, on the rack for whatever task may be at hand I always spend a few minutes checking things out. This car is no different. Thankfully no new issues were found but I still have.a few nagging leaks... after all this car is British. The axle seals on these cars are a notorious leak, and I have replaced them twice. I have heard there's a new designed O-ring that solves the leak but at this point I'll just keep it full until its time to pull it all out.

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I hope you enjoyed the different type of video! As always, I love all of the comments, feedback and even the criticism. Catch you on the next one!

-Eric

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