Oil Change interval with synthetic oils
07-22-09, 11:04 AM
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Oil Change interval with synthetic oils
1997 ES300 - 60,000 +/- miles
For my last oil change I changed my oil with Mobil 1 full synthetic and Napa Gold / WIX oil filter. I don't think one could use better products.
My question is in the oil change interval. I know these engines are very sensitive to dirty oil clogging some of the passages resulting in sludge which is why I am asking this question. On my past cars that were not known for this problem, I would change the oil every 6,000 miles (even though most say 10,000 miles is okay), watching the level every thousand miles to make sure it was okay. Is it safe to say that I could change the oil every 6,000 miles on this engine or is it not recommended?
Who is using synthetic (preferably mobil 1) and what interval are you changing at?
For my last oil change I changed my oil with Mobil 1 full synthetic and Napa Gold / WIX oil filter. I don't think one could use better products.
My question is in the oil change interval. I know these engines are very sensitive to dirty oil clogging some of the passages resulting in sludge which is why I am asking this question. On my past cars that were not known for this problem, I would change the oil every 6,000 miles (even though most say 10,000 miles is okay), watching the level every thousand miles to make sure it was okay. Is it safe to say that I could change the oil every 6,000 miles on this engine or is it not recommended?
Who is using synthetic (preferably mobil 1) and what interval are you changing at?
07-22-09, 01:09 PM
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1997 ES300 - 60,000 +/- miles
For my last oil change I changed my oil with Mobil 1 full synthetic and Napa Gold / WIX oil filter. I don't think one could use better products.
My question is in the oil change interval. I know these engines are very sensitive to dirty oil clogging some of the passages resulting in sludge which is why I am asking this question. On my past cars that were not known for this problem, I would change the oil every 6,000 miles (even though most say 10,000 miles is okay), watching the level every thousand miles to make sure it was okay. Is it safe to say that I could change the oil every 6,000 miles on this engine or is it not recommended?
Who is using synthetic (preferably mobil 1) and what interval are you changing at?
For my last oil change I changed my oil with Mobil 1 full synthetic and Napa Gold / WIX oil filter. I don't think one could use better products.
My question is in the oil change interval. I know these engines are very sensitive to dirty oil clogging some of the passages resulting in sludge which is why I am asking this question. On my past cars that were not known for this problem, I would change the oil every 6,000 miles (even though most say 10,000 miles is okay), watching the level every thousand miles to make sure it was okay. Is it safe to say that I could change the oil every 6,000 miles on this engine or is it not recommended?
Who is using synthetic (preferably mobil 1) and what interval are you changing at?
Depending on how u drive also determines when u need an oil change.
5-6k is fine IMO.
07-23-09, 02:03 AM
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1997 ES300 - 60,000 +/- miles
For my last oil change I changed my oil with Mobil 1 full synthetic and Napa Gold / WIX oil filter. I don't think one could use better products.
My question is in the oil change interval. I know these engines are very sensitive to dirty oil clogging some of the passages resulting in sludge which is why I am asking this question. On my past cars that were not known for this problem, I would change the oil every 6,000 miles (even though most say 10,000 miles is okay), watching the level every thousand miles to make sure it was okay. Is it safe to say that I could change the oil every 6,000 miles on this engine or is it not recommended?
Who is using synthetic (preferably mobil 1) and what interval are you changing at?
For my last oil change I changed my oil with Mobil 1 full synthetic and Napa Gold / WIX oil filter. I don't think one could use better products.
My question is in the oil change interval. I know these engines are very sensitive to dirty oil clogging some of the passages resulting in sludge which is why I am asking this question. On my past cars that were not known for this problem, I would change the oil every 6,000 miles (even though most say 10,000 miles is okay), watching the level every thousand miles to make sure it was okay. Is it safe to say that I could change the oil every 6,000 miles on this engine or is it not recommended?
Who is using synthetic (preferably mobil 1) and what interval are you changing at?
I get my oil changed every 3,000 miles at the toyota dealership and they too use mobil, but i use the toyota oil filter.. i know people who work there and they say the oil change can last up to about 5,000 miles, really depends on how you drive also
07-24-09, 06:17 AM
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My 05 ES is still under powertrain warranty so I have to follow the intervals of 6 months or 5k miles.....I use Amsoil 5W 30 & the Amsoil EAO oil filters.
Once the powertrain warranty has expired, I will simply change it every 6 months regardless of mileage (which will probably be around & 6 - 7k miles).
Once the powertrain warranty has expired, I will simply change it every 6 months regardless of mileage (which will probably be around & 6 - 7k miles).
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sorry to kind of thread jack, but ALarsh, have you been using Mobil 1 since day one? Or did you make a switch from conventional. I was wondering since i've got a '98 with right around 66K miles and wanted to know how if your runs a little smoother with the synthetic. With all the oil topics and sludge stories of the 1mzfe, i was a little curious.
on the side, i really want to make the switch since i do my own oil. Also the meijer by me has Mobil1 gallons for 15$, WOW. almost too hard to pass up.
I would definitely agree with 1SICKLEX, driving habits and type of driving you do(highway vs stop/go) is a factor to keep in mind. Just keep your eye on the oil levels and change accordingly.
on the side, i really want to make the switch since i do my own oil. Also the meijer by me has Mobil1 gallons for 15$, WOW. almost too hard to pass up.
I would definitely agree with 1SICKLEX, driving habits and type of driving you do(highway vs stop/go) is a factor to keep in mind. Just keep your eye on the oil levels and change accordingly.
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07-24-09, 06:00 PM
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sorry to kind of thread jack, but ALarsh, have you been using Mobil 1 since day one? Or did you make a switch from conventional. I was wondering since i've got a '98 with right around 66K miles and wanted to know how if your runs a little smoother with the synthetic. With all the oil topics and sludge stories of the 1mzfe, i was a little curious.
on the side, i really want to make the switch since i do my own oil. Also the meijer by me has Mobil1 gallons for 15$, WOW. almost too hard to pass up.
I would definitely agree with 1SICKLEX, driving habits and type of driving you do(highway vs stop/go) is a factor to keep in mind. Just keep your eye on the oil levels and change accordingly.
on the side, i really want to make the switch since i do my own oil. Also the meijer by me has Mobil1 gallons for 15$, WOW. almost too hard to pass up.
I would definitely agree with 1SICKLEX, driving habits and type of driving you do(highway vs stop/go) is a factor to keep in mind. Just keep your eye on the oil levels and change accordingly.
$15 per 1 gallon jug for Mobil 1? Wow....do they have a limit to the amount you can buy? If not stock up bigtime & take advantage of the longer drain intervals.
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If your engine is mechanically sound with no leaks....you will have no issues making the switch.....and yes you notice a difference.
$15 per 1 gallon jug for Mobil 1? Wow....do they have a limit to the amount you can buy? If not stock up bigtime & take advantage of the longer drain intervals.
$15 per 1 gallon jug for Mobil 1? Wow....do they have a limit to the amount you can buy? If not stock up bigtime & take advantage of the longer drain intervals.
But yeah, $15
!!!! I had to double check twice and make sure it really was Mobil 1 Full Synthetic 10w30 and 5w30. (it was)I think with the synthetic i would still stick to the 5000 mile interval. I feel that using the synthetic stuff would give me peace of mind because of it's composition, and a little more leeway towards stretching out these intervals if need be.
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I have a 98 with 112k on it and i've been using Mobil 1 syn with a mobil oil filter since i bought it with 87k. No new leaks, no problems, I just change it every 5k (oil and filter) plus I know if I go over to 5200 or 5300 it's still going strong (some people run synthetic for 7500 miles)
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07-26-09, 09:39 PM
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sorry to kind of thread jack, but ALarsh, have you been using Mobil 1 since day one? Or did you make a switch from conventional. I was wondering since i've got a '98 with right around 66K miles and wanted to know how if your runs a little smoother with the synthetic. With all the oil topics and sludge stories of the 1mzfe, i was a little curious.
on the side, i really want to make the switch since i do my own oil. Also the meijer by me has Mobil1 gallons for 15$, WOW. almost too hard to pass up.
I would definitely agree with 1SICKLEX, driving habits and type of driving you do(highway vs stop/go) is a factor to keep in mind. Just keep your eye on the oil levels and change accordingly.
on the side, i really want to make the switch since i do my own oil. Also the meijer by me has Mobil1 gallons for 15$, WOW. almost too hard to pass up.
I would definitely agree with 1SICKLEX, driving habits and type of driving you do(highway vs stop/go) is a factor to keep in mind. Just keep your eye on the oil levels and change accordingly.
Runs excellent, what a great car.
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I started changing the oil with Mobil 1 at 55,000 miles and have not had any issues with the switch. Just got back from a 600 mile trip with 3 guys and cargo for the weekend, must have been 1,000 lbs total and we got 28.7 mpg doing 75-80 mph.
Runs excellent, what a great car.
Runs excellent, what a great car.
Wow, your getting some pretty serious gas mileage there for all the weight you were hauling around.
