I agree with you on the regular intervals, Kyle, even though I've been told I
can go 6,000 miles on Mobil one I still change it every 3,000 miles. The
thing that gets me is that it is BLACK every time. This guy's oil was clean
and had 3 1/2 times the mileage on the oil. That is what intrigues me...even
if I don't go 25,00 mile intervals (which I wouldn't anyways, maybe 6,000...)
it keeps the oil spotless. That's gotta mean SOMETHING to the life of the
engine. I mean, I've got 107,00 miles, I'd love to double that number or more
with no problem...
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Dave Kilian -- Clayton, NC
'96 Dakota CC 4x4 3.9L 5-spd, 4" TM susp. lift, 2" Body lift, 33" BFG MT's
etc...
In a message dated 9/15/00 3:12:18 PM, grndak4x4@home.com writes:
<<Full info on this kit at:
http://www.amsoil.com/products/bf.html
So the breakdown then:
-The kit= $161 through Amsoil
-4 quarts Amsoil Series 2000 0W-30($7.95 each)= $31.80
Depending on ther filter used, the replacement oil filter will cost
$26.25-$31.95. Amsoil does claim that the normal service life is 25,000
miles, or 1 year for this oil filter. Pretty amazing.
So initial cost will be right around $200. I change my oil and filter
religiously every 3,000 miles. I have used Castrol 10W-30 since I bought the
truck, along with Phram's PH16 oil filter. My oil changing technique is to
pull the drain plug and oil filter and let the oil drain out. I then pour 1
quart down each valve cover and let this fresh oil drain through, hopefully
flushing out any metal particles which have accumulated in the engine and in
the pan. So I really use 6 quarts of oil when doing an oil change.
Total cost is typically around $8-$9 per oil change. I mean dont get me
wrong, I love Amsoil products, and currently use their fluids in my tcase,
front diff, and rear diff. I also regularly use their PI Gas
Additive/Cleaner. I just would rather have the 3,000 mile oil drain
intervals so I can get under my truck and inspect things to make sure
everything is good and nothing is bent, broke, loose, or leaking. I would be
leary of only being under my truck looking around once a year, or every
25,000 miles. That is just me though. For my 20 minute oil changes, and low
oil change prices, it is just peace of mind knowing things are running and
looking good under my truck. >>
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