Originally Posted by rsylvstr
ya know, not to hijack this thread, but I'm trying to start a new movement.
I have a 1992 Galant that has a varied range of viscosities that "can be" used.
BUT, even more importantly, they recommended 7k mile OCI's way back then....and look at how much oil has improved over the years!!! So why do people (other than piece of mind) think they need to stick with 3k mile OCI's? especially synthetic (Sorry Genesis, not digging on you, it's millions of us)? Why not be comfy with the SM oils as long as it's the right viscosity, for 7k???/
I know it boils down to everyone doing what they think is best and makes them comfortable, but thought i'd throw this one out there...
No offense taken. Overkill with maintenance is something I've always been guilty of. It's habit forming. I only put about 6K a year on my van so it's not that costly for me. I know 5 to 7K would be just fine with the synthetic and I like the peace of mind knowing if I don't get to a change I'm more than covered. My V-10 only uses 6 quarts which doesn't thrill me either. This engine should use 7 or 8 then I would feel better about longer OCI's.