I took 40 quarts of used oil to wal-mart once because they told me over the phone they would take it. I get there and the guy is bitching at me because they're only supposed to take 1 or 2 gallons.. I talked to the guy at autozone, he said i could bring in whatever, as long as I dispose of the containers.
Nice tourtorial. Thanks for such a great write up. I always take my car to the dealer because they check everything out, but this may be a good idea every other oil change.
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Has anyone used a K&N oil filter and felt one way or the other about it [and i don't mean fondled for all you sickos out there ]??? I know it has a "nipple" on the end of it that you can use a ratchet to get it off of there more easily.
Taco Bill: thanks a million! I'll have to look back and see if you posted pics of your long-tube install. I'm assuming since you didn't mention it that you didn't "prep" the engine to start using the sythetic stuff?
Has anyone used a K&N oil filter and felt one way or the other about it [and i don't mean fondled for all you sickos out there ]??? I know it has a "nipple" on the end of it that you can use a ratchet to get it off of there more easily.
Taco Bill: thanks a million! I'll have to look back and see if you posted pics of your long-tube install. I'm assuming since you didn't mention it that you didn't "prep" the engine to start using the sythetic stuff?
Hi Jon. I was debating between the K&N and the Mobil 1 oil filters, but Autozone was running a 'Buy 5 quarts of Mobil 1 and get a Mobil 1 oil filter free' kind of deal. I had the Ford Racing filter ready to go, but decided to use my free filter instead.
I'm not running long tubes, just the O/R-H and Stingers. Swapping out the L/T's every 2 years for smog just sounds like a PITA.
On switching to synthetic... boy, this is a heated debate.. I've read and researched all I could stand on the subject of when it's a good time to switch over to synthetic. All I can say is what I did, and that was change it over at 500 miles.
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One quick question. Do you think its safe to just leave the car on the ramps while you're working on it, or do you put jackstands underneath it also. I've worked on cars before but I'm always scared to have the car come crushing down on me.
Can anyone comment on gaskets or the oil plug needing to be replaced when a change is done?
Also, just to throw my opinion in on the switch to synthetic debate; I have never believed its bad to switch to synthetic at any point.. I switched an eclipse at 60,000 miles and it ran strong when I traded it in at 120,000, and I switched a Civic at 40,000 miles and my girlfriend is still driving it strong at 130,000 miles...
I got this 05 GT at 5000 miles. When i have time to do an oil change it will be at about 6000 miles, and I'll be switching.
One quick question. Do you think its safe to just leave the car on the ramps while you're working on it, or do you put jackstands underneath it also. I've worked on cars before but I'm always scared to have the car come crushing down on me.
You can never err on the side of safety. Things may appear to be overkill to some, but in the end, it's your butt beneath the car.
Only you can make the call as to whether the ramps will suffice or additional support from jack stands are needed.
For me, using the Rhino Ramps are good enough of a support. But, when using a floor jack, I always use jack stands. Either way, I always chalk the rear tires.
If you're working solo under the car, it's always a good idea to have your cell phone within reach... just in case.
I have a set of Rhino ramps and I can't get them to stop walking. They are the ones for low cars, gray in color. What are you guys using that work well? Thanks.
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I have a set of Rhino ramps and I can't get them to stop walking. They are the ones for low cars, gray in color. What are you guys using that work well? Thanks.
There's several methods that people are using.. Lay a roof shingle against the concrete, then lay the ramp on top. Same thing as above, but use a piece of carpet.
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uh oh, i thought u could just pour the bad oil down the sink
seriously tho, how do u transport the oil w/out it spilling. do the pans have lids?
excellent write up!
I save up all the oil in a 5 gallon drum then use the pick-up truck to take it to the autoparts store. You didn't think I'd use the Mustang to take that dirty oil did you??
When you guys say 'chalk' the tires, you mean 'chock' as in shove something under them so that they don't move right? I guess thats obvious, but the last time my tires got 'chalked' it cost me money. A parking ticket for being in a spot to long !
When you guys say 'chalk' the tires, you mean 'chock' as in shove something under them so that they don't move right? I guess thats obvious, but the last time my tires got 'chalked' it cost me money. A parking ticket for being in a spot to long !
Have always enjoyed reading your "how to" posts on this board. It's obvious that you have a talent for explaining things in a clear and consise matter.
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Have always enjoyed reading your "how to" posts on this board. It's obvious that you have a talent for explaining things in a clear and consise matter.
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