Synthetic oil switch from regular at 50K
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Teching In
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From: Melbourne, FL
Synthetic oil switch from regular at 50K I've been on a free oil change program at the dealer -- every 3K using regular oil since new. Since the warranty expired at 50K this spring, the dealer has posed bogus repair quotes and other scams (like quoting $150 to replace the battery because they saw OLD corrosion evidence -- but didn't notice a new GEL battery in there when refilling the oil - WTH?).
>> we doubt the dealer has used the exact same oil every change.
I want to switch to synthetic at 50K and change it myself now. Anyone think it's a bad idea? wear patterns? horror stories? risk of leaks at seals? I know I should have done it when still under warranty.. .
I drive the LS1 2002 TA pretty hard. This might make it better.
>> we doubt the dealer has used the exact same oil every change.
I want to switch to synthetic at 50K and change it myself now. Anyone think it's a bad idea? wear patterns? horror stories? risk of leaks at seals? I know I should have done it when still under warranty.. .
I drive the LS1 2002 TA pretty hard. This might make it better.
Not trying to steal the thread....I've got about 2500 on motor is sig....my builder says I can stick with cas gtx 10/30, or switch to synthetic...I was thinking of switching to cas synthetic blend.....any comments
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Teching In
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From: Melbourne, FL
my brother was burning up gears in his race car in two races using convent. oils. He switched to synth and hasn't burnt a set in 2 seasons now.
I appreciate the input. Goodbye Dealer !!!!
I appreciate the input. Goodbye Dealer !!!!
