Changing to Mobil 1 Question
12-13-2001, 01:52 PM
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Changing to Mobil 1 Question
I'm picking up my 96 GLE Saturday and I want to switch to Mobil 1 and I was told as long as the car doesn't burn/leak any oil I'll be fine to switch. If I run a leak down and compression test, will that give me the answer to whether or not it'll be okay to switch to M1? It has 88k miles on it...
12-13-2001, 02:00 PM
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Yes, as long as you are not burning or leaking oil, Mobil One is fine.
Just keep in mind that along with the switch, it is also safe to extend your change intervals. Whereas normal dino oil is good for 5k under almost all conditions, synthetic is good for at least 7500 miles. And use a good filter, Nissan OEM is both inexpensive and high quality.
If you plan to use 3000 mile change intervals, then don't bother switching. It probably won't make a difference unless you live in minus 20 degrees or 120 degree climates.
Just keep in mind that along with the switch, it is also safe to extend your change intervals. Whereas normal dino oil is good for 5k under almost all conditions, synthetic is good for at least 7500 miles. And use a good filter, Nissan OEM is both inexpensive and high quality.
If you plan to use 3000 mile change intervals, then don't bother switching. It probably won't make a difference unless you live in minus 20 degrees or 120 degree climates.
12-13-2001, 04:56 PM
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Originally posted by iwannabmw
For more info on the drain interval, look at Bill's spreadsheet, it certainly changed my mind.
For more info on the drain interval, look at Bill's spreadsheet, it certainly changed my mind.
i switched on my 95 and it's fine, it got 80k when i put it in, synthetic can run for about 10-12k and you should get M1 filter w/ that also, don't forget, that's important
good luck
12-16-2001, 05:53 PM
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Amsoil is far superior to Mobil 1 (FTC issues). Their filters are also the best! Check it out www.amsoil.com. I have 156,000 plus on my 96se, no problems since new. Make sure that your engine isn't leaking oil, since synthetic oils tend to clean quite a bit! I dump my oil/oil filter every 6,000 miles.
12-16-2001, 06:16 PM
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Originally posted by Steve Marsh
Amsoil is far superior to Mobil 1 (FTC issues). Their filters are also the best! Check it out www.amsoil.com. I have 156,000 plus on my 96se, no problems since new. Make sure that your engine isn't leaking oil, since synthetic oils tend to clean quite a bit! I dump my oil/oil filter every 6,000 miles.
Amsoil is far superior to Mobil 1 (FTC issues). Their filters are also the best! Check it out www.amsoil.com. I have 156,000 plus on my 96se, no problems since new. Make sure that your engine isn't leaking oil, since synthetic oils tend to clean quite a bit! I dump my oil/oil filter every 6,000 miles.
(FTC issues). Please elaborate.
12-17-2001, 09:24 AM
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I agree, just keep an open mind and research. If you still choose to use Mobil one i wish you the best. I have learned some things myself from members on this site. Remember we are consumers who want the very best for our money/machines, a lot of businesses (not all) could care less, its all about the Benjamins!
12-17-2001, 11:39 AM
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Originally posted by Steve Marsh
Amsoil is far superior to Mobil 1 (FTC issues). Their filters are also the best! Check it out www.amsoil.com. I have 156,000 plus on my 96se, no problems since new. Make sure that your engine isn't leaking oil, since synthetic oils tend to clean quite a bit! I dump my oil/oil filter every 6,000 miles.
Amsoil is far superior to Mobil 1 (FTC issues). Their filters are also the best! Check it out www.amsoil.com. I have 156,000 plus on my 96se, no problems since new. Make sure that your engine isn't leaking oil, since synthetic oils tend to clean quite a bit! I dump my oil/oil filter every 6,000 miles.
12-17-2001, 01:00 PM
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So the changes are worth it then huh? Because I haev to change mine soon. Like maybe this week so I think I will cross on over to synthetic. Due to prices synthetic being 15 or so dollars and regular is free, is it oka to switch back and forth every other time?
SuDZ
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12-17-2001, 01:02 PM
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Originally posted by SuDZ
So the changes are worth it then huh? Because I haev to change mine soon. Like maybe this week so I think I will cross on over to synthetic. Due to prices synthetic being 15 or so dollars and regular is free, is it oka to switch back and forth every other time?
SuDZ
So the changes are worth it then huh? Because I haev to change mine soon. Like maybe this week so I think I will cross on over to synthetic. Due to prices synthetic being 15 or so dollars and regular is free, is it oka to switch back and forth every other time?
SuDZ
12-17-2001, 01:08 PM
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Link please. If synthetics are fully compatible w/ dino oils(which they are), then what difference would switching back and forth make?
Why is not the question here.
Why is not the question here.
Originally posted by Vinipux
it's not, why would you want to do that anyways???? synthetic is better
it's not, why would you want to do that anyways???? synthetic is better
12-17-2001, 01:11 PM
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Originally posted by Jeff92se
Link please. If synthetics are fully compatible w/ dino oils(which they are), then what difference would switching back and forth make?
Why is not the question here.
Link please. If synthetics are fully compatible w/ dino oils(which they are), then what difference would switching back and forth make?
Why is not the question here.
12-17-2001, 01:12 PM
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But why is switching back to dino bad for your engine?? That is the question. Not why would you.
Originally posted by Vinipux
why is exactly the question, philosphically speaking, why would you stop putting the synthetic in you car??? synthetic runs for about 10-12k instead of 5k for normal oil, so the price difference is the same and your engine is happy
why is exactly the question, philosphically speaking, why would you stop putting the synthetic in you car??? synthetic runs for about 10-12k instead of 5k for normal oil, so the price difference is the same and your engine is happy
12-17-2001, 01:18 PM
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Originally posted by Jeff92se
But why is switching back to dino bad for your engine?? That is the question. Not why would you.
But why is switching back to dino bad for your engine?? That is the question. Not why would you.
assume:
synthetics are a better oils then normal petrolium oils
prove:
switching the car from synthetics back to normal oil is bad
PROOF:
having synthetic in the car makes the car perform better
after putting synthetic in the car the car performs better
there for:
if switching back to normal pertrolium from synthetic, it will be worst for the engine.
12-17-2001, 01:23 PM
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I agree that synthetics are better than dino oils but is the above reason the only reason you state your quote below?
Because there is no technical reason why one couldn't go back to dino oil. The statement below implies that if a person goes back to dino oi, it will somehow harm the engine. (which it will not)
Because there is no technical reason why one couldn't go back to dino oil. The statement below implies that if a person goes back to dino oi, it will somehow harm the engine. (which it will not)
Originally posted by Vinipux
NO, once you go synthetic, YOU SHOULD NEVER GO BACK
NO, once you go synthetic, YOU SHOULD NEVER GO BACK
12-17-2001, 01:42 PM
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You may feel a slight difference but it's not the reason why one should use synthetics. Well maybe if the weather is cold.(ie.. 32 deg f and below)
There are reviews of Mobil oil filters. It's in the stickies.
There are reviews of Mobil oil filters. It's in the stickies.
Originally posted by SuDZ
So technically it will not do damage but I will feel the difference? Ok got that. But Does it matter about using a Mobil -1 filter over the regular nissan one?
SuDZ
So technically it will not do damage but I will feel the difference? Ok got that. But Does it matter about using a Mobil -1 filter over the regular nissan one?
SuDZ
12-17-2001, 02:56 PM
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I've gone from Mobile 1 synthetic for 80k to ULX-110 (dino oil) for 8k to Amsoil for 14k. If anyone bothered to read the sticky posts you would be able to make an educated guess. I'm still driving the car so that just might indicate there is no harm done and nothing in the oil analyses to indicate a problem switching back and forth......
But, what do I know? I and other members just spent hundreds of dollars to chase our own tails and re-invent the wheel.
But, what do I know? I and other members just spent hundreds of dollars to chase our own tails and re-invent the wheel.
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