Switching to synthetic...
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On The Tree
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From: Rock Hill, SC
Switching to synthetic... Alright...dumb question probably, but this will be my first dealing w/synthetic!
My new Hawk's first oil change is coming up, and was planning to switch to Mobil 1. Do most dealer svc depts. stock this already, or do you have to supply your own? Do I need to specify anything else other than "Mobil 1" when I drop it off?
Lastly, if I do in fact need to supply it, what weight would you guys recommend for a daily interstate driver?
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My new Hawk's first oil change is coming up, and was planning to switch to Mobil 1. Do most dealer svc depts. stock this already, or do you have to supply your own? Do I need to specify anything else other than "Mobil 1" when I drop it off?
Lastly, if I do in fact need to supply it, what weight would you guys recommend for a daily interstate driver?
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Teching In
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From: West Hartford, CT
Re: Switching to synthetic... USe the Mobil 1 5W-30. No, the dealer won't stock it. Even if he did, it'd cost twice as much as the local autoparts store. Just buy some and deliver it along with the car.
On The Tree
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From: Dallas, TX
Re: Switching to synthetic... Why would the dealer not stock mobile 1 5W 30?
They have to use that for the C5.
When I took my 2000 C5 in for its first free oil change waaay back thats what they had, and put in it.
EDIT: ooops just saw you guys had firehawks. You should be able to have it done at a chevy dealer tho.
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They have to use that for the C5.
When I took my 2000 C5 in for its first free oil change waaay back thats what they had, and put in it.
EDIT: ooops just saw you guys had firehawks. You should be able to have it done at a chevy dealer tho.
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Teching In
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From: Wilson, NC
Re: Switching to synthetic... All GM dealers stock it. Remember they sell C5's which come from the factory with Mobil. My dealer charges $44.95 for a Mobil 1 oil change. I do all of my own maintenance work, but thats a pretty good price.
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From: Friendswood,TX
Re: Switching to synthetic... They will have it, but it will be cheaper for you to bring. Trust me. <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0"> Most people use 10w-30 and the car take 5.5 quarts.
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From: Chi-Town, IL
Re: Switching to synthetic... Yea thats not a bad price...I get 6 quarts(case) for 24.99 and buy a fram or mobil 1 oil filter..
the fram is cheaper and the mobil 1 costs around 12 bucks... <img src="images/icons/shocked.gif" border="0">
I change my own oil to save on the charges...
the fram is cheaper and the mobil 1 costs around 12 bucks... <img src="images/icons/shocked.gif" border="0">
I change my own oil to save on the charges...
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From: Mississauga, Ontario
Re: Switching to synthetic... Frams are the worst oil filters out there, I wouldn't put that on a beater car! They use cardboard endcaps and shitty plastic bypass valves that go into bypass mode almost right away. If you're gonna run a $3 oil filter, go with the AC Delco, it's a good filter for the money. Although for best engine protection, go with the Ultraguard Gold or Mobil 1 (K&N filter is the same as the Mobil 1 also)
As far as oil weight, go with the 10w30, except for those months when it's below 32F, then go with the 5w30. The 10w30 offers better long term protection since it uses little or no viscosity index improvers, so it stays stable longer than 5w30. Plus it offers better high temperature protection because of it's higher flash point.
As far as oil weight, go with the 10w30, except for those months when it's below 32F, then go with the 5w30. The 10w30 offers better long term protection since it uses little or no viscosity index improvers, so it stays stable longer than 5w30. Plus it offers better high temperature protection because of it's higher flash point.
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Re: Switching to synthetic... Me likes Royal Purple. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
I also get Mobil1 at SAM'S CLUB for $22 / 6 Quarts. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
I also get Mobil1 at SAM'S CLUB for $22 / 6 Quarts. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
Launching!
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From: Milwaukee Area, WI
Re: Switching to synthetic... Every so often you can get 5 quart jugs of Mobil 1 at Walmart for 17.99. When they have it stock up <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
This is a great deal.
This is a great deal.
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From: Rock Hill, SC
Re: Switching to synthetic... COOL...Thanks for the help guys!
I always did pretty much the standard run-of-the-mill stuff w/ my 2000 T/A, but the new Hawk will have only the finest! <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
I always did pretty much the standard run-of-the-mill stuff w/ my 2000 T/A, but the new Hawk will have only the finest! <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
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From: Houston
Re: Switching to synthetic... [quote]Originally posted by ShooterSS:
<strong>Me likes Royal Purple. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
I also get Mobil1 at SAM'S CLUB for $22 / 6 Quarts. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0"> </strong><hr></blockquote>
I also run Royal Purple. I use 5W30 because thats what the manufacturer suggests. Actually in this climate (Houston) 10W30 would be just fine, but you northern guys should stick with the 5W30. Definitely go with Royal Purple though, if for no other reason than purple oil looks really cool. <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
<strong>Me likes Royal Purple. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
I also get Mobil1 at SAM'S CLUB for $22 / 6 Quarts. <img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0"> </strong><hr></blockquote>
I also run Royal Purple. I use 5W30 because thats what the manufacturer suggests. Actually in this climate (Houston) 10W30 would be just fine, but you northern guys should stick with the 5W30. Definitely go with Royal Purple though, if for no other reason than purple oil looks really cool. <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
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From: Holly Springs NC
Re: Switching to synthetic... Synpower over here too....stopped oil consumption for me and I did use Mobil 1 10w30.
<img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
And I do bring my own oil to the dealer and let them change it, costs me like $9 for them to do it, and I get free tire rotations besides..well not anymore now I drag radials on! <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
<img src="images/icons/smile.gif" border="0">
And I do bring my own oil to the dealer and let them change it, costs me like $9 for them to do it, and I get free tire rotations besides..well not anymore now I drag radials on! <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
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From: Central Florida
Re: Switching to synthetic... I switched from Mobil-1 to Valvoline Synthetic. My oil consumption has gone down significantly. I have a feeling if I ever get around to doing the PCV mod, it'll all but cease...
I was burning about 1-quart of Mobil-1 every 3,500 miles.
I was burning about 1-quart of Mobil-1 every 3,500 miles.