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Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 20:19:12 GMT
From: John Davies <johndaviesNOSPAMnopsam.net>
Subject: Re: What oil for 9-5 Aero?


On 24 Oct 2002 19:19:56 GMT, Gary Fritz <fritzxxxnopsamrii.com> wrote: >I'm coming up on my 2nd oil change for my Aero, and I'm choking on the cost >of Mobil 1 synthetic. This stuff is $6 a quart or more! > >Is Mobil 1 really necessary? Quaker State has a full synthetic for half >the price, as does Castrol. I used non-synth Castrol oil in 3 Saabs for >the last 15 years with no problems, but the Aero manual specifically says >you should use a good synthetic. > >I do a lot of short trips (5-10 mi) in this car, so maybe the Mobil 1 is >justified... > >Gary I like Mobil 1 - it has a very good reputation. However, I think that any major brand of synthetic would be fine. It is wise not to mix oils, however, either brands or type. I suggest you use Mobil 1, but look for a better deal. My local auto parts store has it for about US$3.50 per quart. The Audi dealer I take my wife's car to wants $7.50. John Davies Monroe WA USA 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon 2000 Audi A4 quattro 1.8T 1991 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4x4

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