BlueStang

So...what if i want to switch to synthetic? Is there anything special i need to do? Or can i just drain the old oil then add the new stuff?</P>


Kyle</P>

BCisme

dont forget to change the filter!!<IMG src=smileys/smiley20.gif border="0">

Dan04COBRA

I actually had a mechanic get pissed off at me saying synthetic oil makes no difference. I tried explaining the very same facts in that article a couple months ago and he said it's bulls**t & he wants to see some proof.

::turns on printer::

jeep45238

Lots of older mech's are stuck in their ways (some still believe carbs are better than EFI).

To change over, just change the oil with a new filter and synthetic.

And contrary to myth, you can mix dino and synthetic together, and your motor can go back to dino if you ever wanted to.

yellowstang

Yea next oil change I'll try and remember to grab the mobil 1 , and a fram filter lol thanx BC

jeep45238

Fram oil filters suck.

I personally LOVE Purolator filters. Excelent design, high pressure burst rating, great drain back valve design, no s**tty paper glued to cardboard.

Here's an interesting article for yahttp://www.shoclub.com/lubrication-oil/lubrication-oilpart5.htm

BlueStang

My car manual says to use 5w-30. should i still be using this or should i move up? Ive been finding conflicting answers on some websites.</P>


Kyle</P>

jeep45238

The first number is the rating when it's cold, the second when it's warmed.

Lower=freeer flowing
Higher= harder-to-penetrate barrier

I stick with manufacturer specs.

You want a low first number so the oil can quickly get where the most strees is (during start up, always the most stressful) and lube it up to prevent more wear/tear.

BlueStang

Thanks Jeep.I picked up some oil and stuff tonight. I got Mobile 1 synthetic 5w-30. I also got a k&amp;n oil filter because that article you posted said a lot of good things about them. </P>


Hopefully, ill be able to change it tomorrow.</P>