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Old 03-02-2011, 07:50 PM   #1 (permalink)
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How often do you guys and girls change your oil using synthetic
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Old 03-02-2011, 07:52 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I do it at 4000 miles. ...Overkill
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5k every time. I also use a synthetic filter and have a 34 row oil cooler for good measure.
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Old 03-02-2011, 08:31 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Not this question again!
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I changed at 1200 miles, and every 3500 beyond that. I do a more frequent change by mileage because the cars sits, but given the wear patterns in the VQ, I wouldn't go too long between changes.
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Can anyone say READ....or at least use the search.
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Go by what the owner's manual says.
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Let's get to the real question, which oil is the best?
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That would require effort, i mean even more than using the advanced search on this forum so that's out. NEXT
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I'd say Amsoil.
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That would require effort, i mean even more than using the advanced search on this forum so that's out. NEXT
Sorry...didn't mean to put anyone out. Let me think of how to find out without lifting a finger.
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hahaha thanks you da man

Maybe the OP is related charlie sheen. Ouch is it to soon ?
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I use endangered seal tears that I extract with a large wooden mallet!
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Cool i'll have to try that if my uni blood ever runs out.
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