Jamo
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I always check tire inflation before trip, do oil changes wherever I am.I usually change my own oil, and went to Walmart to get some even though I was tired from helping my daughter move today. They had a sign with oil change prices so I decided to let them do it. $55.02 for a 7 qt. full synthetic oil change on the Expy. Not bad IMO. They did the usual extra stuff that goes with a full service change. I got some new wiper blades too for the trip. All she needs now is a car wash and it will be ready to go.
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I've done 6K mile oil changes (10W30) on my 2003XLT with 184K miles on it , one step from junkyard due to corrosion and parts failure of other types. Engine still runs great though, no issue there. Have about $1800 banked vs 3K mile oil changes. I fully support people doing whatever makes them happy, but personally I have no reason to believe 3K oil changes prolong engine life. I think that's a waste of time, money, and resources. Imagine if I went on a 9000 mile trip and had to get my oil changed 3 times.I change oil using Motocraft semi synth every 3000 miles...Oil change is cheap compared to engine components.
I agree and I change my synthetic every 5 k miles which is more than enough according to the makers of it.I've done 6K mile oil changes (10W30) on my 2003XLT with 180K miles on it , one step from junkyard due to corrosion and parts failure of other types. Engine still runs great though, no issue there. Have about $1800 banked vs 3K mile oil changes. I fully support people doing whatever makes them happy, but personally I have no reason to believe 3K oil changes prolong engine life. I think thats a waste of time, money, and resources. Imagine if I went on a 9000 mile trip and had to get my oil changes 3 times.