Oil changes... why so often?
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I read few posts in oil consumption and engine oil analysis thread and I'm noticing that you guys change your oil so often on HR engines!
I wonder why do you guys do your oil change so early... around 1,500 miles and then every 2,000 - 2,500 miles? I did my first oil change on 06 Acura TL at 2,500 and then every 4,500-5,000 with Mobil 1 synthetic.
I have 300 miles so far on my 08 and I am not sure when I should change the oil and if I should use Mobil 1 5w30 Synthetic or some other oil. Please advise
I wonder why do you guys do your oil change so early... around 1,500 miles and then every 2,000 - 2,500 miles? I did my first oil change on 06 Acura TL at 2,500 and then every 4,500-5,000 with Mobil 1 synthetic.
I have 300 miles so far on my 08 and I am not sure when I should change the oil and if I should use Mobil 1 5w30 Synthetic or some other oil. Please advise
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Originally Posted by jonnylaw
if u read the uoa thread than u would know that the only mobil1 worth buying is 0w40
What non-synthetic oil should I use for my first oil change and then from then on should I use Mobil 1 0w40?
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I dont really do it too often. I just rag out my car a lot and for me to drive over 3000 miles takes a good awhile and I rather change it every 3months just to make sure the oil is clean.
My theory is with a full synthetic oil change it runs about $50-$60. Why not? If my daily drive guzzles more then $150/week on gas why not spend a 1/3 of that every 3 months for an oil change.
My theory is with a full synthetic oil change it runs about $50-$60. Why not? If my daily drive guzzles more then $150/week on gas why not spend a 1/3 of that every 3 months for an oil change.
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Originally Posted by ninor
I have 300 miles so far on my 08 and I am not sure when I should change the oil and if I should use Mobil 1 5w30 Synthetic or some other oil. Please advise ![Smilie](https://my350z.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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I use Amsoil 5W40 and love the oil never hava problem or issue with it and ive been using it for the fast 3 cars that i had,,,,
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I want to know what is the difference between:
1. doing non-synthetic and synthetic on first oil change
2. difference between mobil 1 0w40 and 5w30
3. using certain brand of synthetic over other brand (ex. amsoil vs. mobil 1 vs. royal purple). Are there any long term benefits of using one over other one?
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1. doing non-synthetic and synthetic on first oil change
2. difference between mobil 1 0w40 and 5w30
3. using certain brand of synthetic over other brand (ex. amsoil vs. mobil 1 vs. royal purple). Are there any long term benefits of using one over other one?
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Originally Posted by ninor
I read few posts in oil consumption and engine oil analysis thread and I'm noticing that you guys change your oil so often on HR engines!
As for intervals, I put a little over 8,000 miles before my last change, and there are plenty other people that are around the same interval as I am.
Originally Posted by jonnylaw
if u read the uoa thread than u would know that the only mobil1 worth buying is 0w40
Originally Posted by ninor
I want to know what is the difference between:
1. doing non-synthetic and synthetic on first oil change
2. difference between mobil 1 0w40 and 5w30
3. using certain brand of synthetic over other brand (ex. amsoil vs. mobil 1 vs. royal purple). Are there any long term benefits of using one over other one?
1. doing non-synthetic and synthetic on first oil change
2. difference between mobil 1 0w40 and 5w30
3. using certain brand of synthetic over other brand (ex. amsoil vs. mobil 1 vs. royal purple). Are there any long term benefits of using one over other one?
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FWIW, since I bought my 03, I have followed the owners manual. I believe that the Nissan engineers have a reason for the recommended maintenance and that they are being conservative to avoid product/customer problems.
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Originally Posted by ninor
I bought this one at Costco with a coupon... $22 for 6 quarts.
What non-synthetic oil should I use for my first oil change and then from then on should I use Mobil 1 0w40?
What non-synthetic oil should I use for my first oil change and then from then on should I use Mobil 1 0w40?
Gets tougher to determine best once you switch to synthetic, hence why I run GTX in all my cars. Cheap and change it every 3K. Done.
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Actually, synth' oil can be used from day 1 on ANY engine. Some auto makers
even have it factory installed! There's a myth about synth' oil--i.e. that it's
"bad" for a new motor. Not so. You can enjoy its protection from early on in
your cars' engines! Relax, dudes! Go with the best from the beginning!!!
Also, as long as it has the "SL" or "SM" rating from the SAE, THEY'RE ALL ABOUT THE
SAME IN QUALITY, guys. Brands are a matter of personal preferences.
even have it factory installed! There's a myth about synth' oil--i.e. that it's
"bad" for a new motor. Not so. You can enjoy its protection from early on in
your cars' engines! Relax, dudes! Go with the best from the beginning!!!
Also, as long as it has the "SL" or "SM" rating from the SAE, THEY'RE ALL ABOUT THE
SAME IN QUALITY, guys. Brands are a matter of personal preferences.
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Amsoil here--pricey, but w/a their preferred customer program, I get up to 20% off as long I'm spending 100 per year. Usually get the 12 pk...$90+ for $68+.
I'm not an oil expert but I've run Amsoil in my turbos and N/As almost exclusively w/no problems.
I'm not an oil expert but I've run Amsoil in my turbos and N/As almost exclusively w/no problems.