Date: Wed, 25 Dec 2002 10:05:26 +0000 From: Johannes H Andersen <johsnopsamsizefitterzzzz.com> Subject: Re: first oil change
Mick Forstag wrote: > > Hello All - > > Well, since purchasing my '88 9000 Turbo, I'm about due for giving her > my first oil change. Am seeking recommendations about the very best... > > 1. Lubricant. - Am inclined toward Mobil 1. I'm a great believer in > "Snake Oil". Would my belief (or naÔvetÈ) be better-suited with Amsoil? This is a can of worm and can easily start a fierce debate. But the questions are: How do you use the car? What is the condition? how long do you intend to keep it? Does it consume oil? I think that Mobil 1 is a bit over the top for this car, but then it depends on the local price. I use a good store brand fully synt in my Saab 9000, but my official Saab dealer garage uses semi synt. So there is already an argument. I prefer 5k mile oil changes by a the store brand synt rather less frequent change of Mobil 1. > 2. Filter. - What's the best. Whichever brand, I operate under the > advice of an old-timer, who suggested saturating the filter element > with the oil before seating it. Oil will get there anyway, but there is an old trick of smearing the seal with the oil to prevent it seizing up at the next filter change. Just use a brand name filter or use Saab's. Johannes
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