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Changing my oil
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When doing an oil change is so cheap (unless you own something which requires a special oil) I dont understand why people put it off.
I rarely wash/clean my car, dont look after it particularly well, but always do oil etc. Its too easy not too.0 -
This is what happens if you don't have your oil changed.
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12816590 -
Hello
Get the oil changed ASAP.
Oil breaks down and breaks up, thus loosing it's ability to properly lubricate.
12 months is usually a good time to change (on average).
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I have a 14 year old small car which I will probably use until something happens to it that is uneconomical to repair, and I want to keep it going for as long as possible until that happens. It's mainly used for short journeys and has a pretty low annual mileage. It gets a yearly full service, but I was thinking of taking it for an additional oil change at 6 months. Is this likely to be worthwhile or is it excessive and unnecessary?Let's settle this like gentlemen: armed with heavy sticks
On a rotating plate, with spikes like Flash Gordon
And you're Peter Duncan; I gave you fair warning0 -
I have a 14 year old small car which I will probably use until something happens to it that is uneconomical to repair, and I want to keep it going for as long as possible until that happens. It's mainly used for short journeys and has a pretty low annual mileage. It gets a yearly full service, but I was thinking of taking it for an additional oil change at 6 months. Is this likely to be worthwhile or is it excessive and unnecessary?
As above, IMHO, regular oil changes are the single most cost-effective way of keeping an engine happy. I'm convinced that the 6 monthly(-ish) oil changes were the reason why my old '97 Mondeo was still running like a sewing machine at 123,456 miles.The acquisition of wealth is no longer the driving force in my life.
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cyclonebri1 wrote: »<snip> Do it annually during the chritmas holiday or around your birthday, it's not a lot to remember, has it got an mot? you wouldn't have got a reminder for that either:D:D
Don't forget that you can use the Tart Alert on here for all sorts of things, not just credit card deals.The acquisition of wealth is no longer the driving force in my life.0 -
Stephen_Leak wrote: »Don't forget that you can use the Tart Alert on here for all sorts of things, not just credit card deals.
I use "tart alert" but I think it must be a different one, :AI like the thanks button, but ,please, an I agree button.
Will the grammar and spelling police respect I do make grammatical errors, and have carp spelling, no need to remind me.;)
Always expect the unexpected:eek:and then you won't be dissapointed0
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