Anyone run Mobil 1 Synthetic?
08-18-2010, 07:26 AM
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Anyone run Mobil 1 Synthetic?
I have been running Mobil 1 Synthetic oil in 98 2.8Q for almost the entire summer. I have been changing at like 4k but I want to see when everyone else is changing. I have been using 5w-30 high mileage.
08-18-2010, 07:49 AM
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Last 5 years same stuff (summer and winter).
Change every 3k to 5k miles usually 4k.
08-19-2010, 04:39 AM
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Yes changing oil more often is a waste, there is no perceived benefit at all. Especially when you can't afford it.
08-19-2010, 05:08 AM
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That is sorta what I am asking I guess in this thread is how often should I change it? I usually run it to 5k and sometimes even then it looks like the oil is fairly clean.
Another thing I notice when using this oil is when I run the car at high RPM's for an extend period than normal or when I am trying to break the sound barrier
I usually can smell the oil like it is burning but I usually check the oil every week and the level remains the same. Anyone else notice this when they use synthetic?
Another thing I notice when using this oil is when I run the car at high RPM's for an extend period than normal or when I am trying to break the sound barrier
I usually can smell the oil like it is burning but I usually check the oil every week and the level remains the same. Anyone else notice this when they use synthetic?
08-19-2010, 07:24 AM
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That is sorta what I am asking I guess in this thread is how often should I change it? I usually run it to 5k and sometimes even then it looks like the oil is fairly clean.
Another thing I notice when using this oil is when I run the car at high RPM's for an extend period than normal or when I am trying to break the sound barrier I usually can smell the oil like it is burning but I usually check the oil every week and the level remains the same. Anyone else notice this when they use synthetic?
Another thing I notice when using this oil is when I run the car at high RPM's for an extend period than normal or when I am trying to break the sound barrier
I usually can smell the oil like it is burning but I usually check the oil every week and the level remains the same. Anyone else notice this when they use synthetic?I think synthetic is the only thing you should be running regardless of the brand. As for your the burning smell, well I get it once and awhile. However, in my case, sometimes a drip will come off the valve cover and land on the turbo. So IMO I don't think the synthetic oil is the problem, just an aging car.
BTW, If you question spending 40 dollars every 3 months for oil, well you shouldn't own an Audi, A Kia or Hyundia is your better bet.
