Re: Re synth vs. dino oil

From: Michael Clark (mike@snakebite.com)
Date: Tue Feb 24 1998 - 18:39:24 EST


Tony Mastres wrote:
>
> >Plus, 9,000 mile oil changes will get you out of warranty real fast...synth
> >or not. Unless something's changed, Chrysler does NOT offer exceptions for
> >synth oil.
> Question: If one changes their own oil, how does CC or the dealer know this
> when one goes in for warranty service? I'm not trying to be a wise ass I'm
> just wondering how the dealer knows that I'm changing my oil at 3,4,5k or
> whaterver. I suppose If I take the truck in for engine related problems and
> there's nothing but sludge in the pan, they'd know, but if you change at a
> regular interval I don't think they'll be able to tell.
>
> Tony J. Mastres
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I too was wondering the same thing. I mean I don't see how they could
"prove" you didn't keep it changed.

And one other note; I think this synth vs dino oil thread is becoming
another auto vs stick thing. We all have our preferances, lets just
shake hands and get along. Use whatever makes you happier, wether it's
better or not.

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