Oil maintenance intervals
12-29-22, 10:08 AM
#31
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12-30-22, 02:46 AM
#33
Pole Position
My car is dealer serviced every 5K miles and I usually let them use their preferred oil. I did it for the last 4 Lexus’, they were daily driven 60 miles round trip, and two were kept long enough to reach 200K+ miles with NO problems.
I can see investing in a better oil and bringing it in for the IS 500. Will need to have a frank discussion with my service rep, he’s been my guy for the last 10+ years and I trust his opinion. Because the engine has been around for so long and its bulletproof-ness is legendary, I’m leaning towards letting them put whatever they want into it.
Where I probably waste money, on the tires… I drive my cars very hard, so I tend to replace them every 15 months. In between that time, they’re rebalanced at every oil change. I want maximum performance at all times and the slightest rumble or vibration is not acceptable. Except for the V8’s soundtrack, I want whisper quiet and on-rails performance.
Last edited by DLPTony; 12-30-22 at 02:50 AM.
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12-30-22, 04:13 AM
#34
Lead Lap
^^ Dang, you go through as much rubber as I do (LMAO)
12-30-22, 04:17 AM
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12-30-22, 10:16 AM
#36
Intermediate
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12-30-22, 02:11 PM
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12-31-22, 01:24 AM
#38
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The problem with the whole situation is the overall balance - In my opinion, if I do 5000 km/year, I don't feel I would need to go to the dealer more than once a year especially if they use synthetic. On the flip side, some prefer to do it more often because it gives them the peace of mind. Let's all acknowledge that dealers and manufacturers also like to make extra money, we see with the various add-ons they do, market adjustments and such, and now car makers are throwing in user fees (BMW wanting you to pay a monthly fee for heated seats etc). So it is in their best interest to do as many services as possible to generate extra revenue while honoring as little warranty claims as possible, hence they have people with the 'fear factor' of the "...well, you didn't do your frequent services therefore you are on your own" .
In the end, unless you abuse the hell out of a car, they should be able to last a long time without these frequent intervals but everyone needs to do what works best for them. It's like extended warranties, some like to buy them for the peace of mind while others feel it is a waste. There are no right or wrong answers, but more of what is "right for you". In the whole scheme of thing, spending a couple of extra dollars on a 70k car is not that big of a deal if you feel it it is worth it - For me, the biggest problem is the inconvenience of driving over an hour each way to get the service done. My car is hibernating in a somewhat heated garage all winter after I just had the oil change done, once I start driving it again in April, the oil is pretty much intact and wouldn't make sense (in my mind) to change it again until November when its been driving for 7-8 months @ 5000 km but that is just me
In the end, unless you abuse the hell out of a car, they should be able to last a long time without these frequent intervals but everyone needs to do what works best for them. It's like extended warranties, some like to buy them for the peace of mind while others feel it is a waste. There are no right or wrong answers, but more of what is "right for you". In the whole scheme of thing, spending a couple of extra dollars on a 70k car is not that big of a deal if you feel it it is worth it - For me, the biggest problem is the inconvenience of driving over an hour each way to get the service done. My car is hibernating in a somewhat heated garage all winter after I just had the oil change done, once I start driving it again in April, the oil is pretty much intact and wouldn't make sense (in my mind) to change it again until November when its been driving for 7-8 months @ 5000 km but that is just me
agreed
12-31-22, 01:15 PM
#39
Instructor
With oil changes, there is a "right" answer. Used oil analyses can tell you how much life you have in your oil. I did those extensively on my Subaru STI and even at 10,000 km oil changes, a good oil (Rotella) had life left. Oil changes aren't a matter of emotion, they're a matter of science.
That said, if people want to spend money for no reason to feel better about their car, that's their choice.
That said, if people want to spend money for no reason to feel better about their car, that's their choice.
12-31-22, 03:14 PM
#40
With oil changes, there is a "right" answer. Used oil analyses can tell you how much life you have in your oil. I did those extensively on my Subaru STI and even at 10,000 km oil changes, a good oil (Rotella) had life left. Oil changes aren't a matter of emotion, they're a matter of science.
That said, if people want to spend money for no reason to feel better about their car, that's their choice.
That said, if people want to spend money for no reason to feel better about their car, that's their choice.
12-31-22, 03:24 PM
#41
Pole Position
If all else fails just kick and scream until they agree to fix it under warranty. I believe a few of you have mastered that art vis-a-vis the apron separation.
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12-31-22, 03:33 PM
#42
Instructor
Spending money on oil analysis might let you extend oil changes, but still doesn't negate the warranty impact if you were to suffer any type of engine trouble. If you're not current on maintenance and have engine trouble it's almost guaranteed repairs won't be covered. Science is overruled by the almighty dollar!
01-01-23, 09:30 AM
#44
Instructor
With oil changes, there is a "right" answer. Used oil analyses can tell you how much life you have in your oil. I did those extensively on my Subaru STI and even at 10,000 km oil changes, a good oil (Rotella) had life left. Oil changes aren't a matter of emotion, they're a matter of science.
That said, if people want to spend money for no reason to feel better about their car, that's their choice.
That said, if people want to spend money for no reason to feel better about their car, that's their choice.
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01-01-23, 10:22 AM
#45
This is one of the highest output, highest revving 5.0L V8s out there and people are wanting to maintain it like a Toyota V6. I don't get it.