Moderators BarManBean Posted November 16, 2011 Moderators Share Posted November 16, 2011 Looking for some actual experience to make my decision on whether or not to switch to synthetic or not. Recently picked up an '05 5EAT Wagon with ~54k miles. Drove it home and did an oil change for piece of mind (5w-30 valvoline conventional to match the dealership oil changes on the car since new). I added about 1/2 a quart of oil after about 1500 miles to bring the level back up to where it needed to be according to the dipstick, seems about par for the course with these engines. I'm gonna do another oil change in a bit, and I'm debating a couple of options: Change the oil using 5w-30 valvoline conventional again, and in the meantime send off for an analysis by blackstone labs (i have the kit already)Change to synthetic, probably a 5w-40 to prevent consumption So my questions are as follows: Of the options above, what would you do and why?Does anyone have direct experience switching from conventional to synthetic with between 30k and 70k miles on the engine? If so, what oil weight were you using before / after the switch, and how did consumption change (if at all)? Specifically looking for anyone who has real experience to answer question #2, thanks in advance. Let the flaming begin "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 subscribed. Use synthetic. Try different brands until you stop consuming oil. Or use dyno, and try different brands until you stop consuming oil. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 subscribed. Beer's in the fridge BAC, brought that awesome chip dip you liked last oil thread. Picked up some wings, they're in the oven now...got them for rao, he wanted them for the next oil thread party. I call dibs on the recliner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted November 16, 2011 Author Moderators Share Posted November 16, 2011 mmm...beer. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Oh crap. Wings? My favorite. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 count me in pizza hut has wednesday 50cents/wing deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 where's rao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Ok, to put it simply do what BAC said. Synthetic oil at 54K isnt a horrible switch point. So the reason NOT to switch to synthetic is that conventional oil can leave deposits on seals and work its way into the metal of the motor. Synthetic will eat away at those deposits and can cause leaks. However synthetic is a great way to protect the engine more and extend oil change intervals. As far as weight goes, keep it simple. 5w30 in the colder months, 5w40 in the warmer. There is a lot of talk about weights but unless you are racing the hell out of the car you will be fine with the basics. Again like BAC said, experiment with different companies until you find one your engine likes. We found that Rotella T6, Amsoil, Motul, Redline are all great oils and hold up to abuse. As far as conventional, no Mobil 1 or Royal Purple. Im sure others will chime in on their recommendations. -Jake http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://upload.pbase.com/image/137566671.jpg Call directly for your best Whiteline Price! | We also carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: paisan@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted November 16, 2011 Author Moderators Share Posted November 16, 2011 Thanks for the input, Maybe I'll give Rotella a shot (seems to be decently priced and the easiest to find?) and keep an eye on consumption. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 16, 2011 Mega Users Share Posted November 16, 2011 Ib4rao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 count me in pizza hut has wednesday 50cents/wing deal That's because they have to get rid of the back-stock of crappy wings from the 6 prior days. Mm, I'm going to make wings for dinner tonight! [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 16, 2011 Mega Users Share Posted November 16, 2011 On a serious note though...I started a thread a while back about whether there was a correlation between the oil we use and our consumption. Most of the experiences were that some would have slight variations, but for the most part it was directly related to how you drive. The harder I drive, the more oil I go through. It's been the same with subaru synthetic, amsoil, castrol syntec, and rotella t6. I did go through a lot more 5w30 than I do 5w40. I've read bad things about conventional oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I've read bad things about Pizza Hut chicken wings. Gross. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Subscribed Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted November 16, 2011 Author Moderators Share Posted November 16, 2011 Pandora just confirmed that it is, in fact, wing wednesday at Pizza Hut, no lie. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 diarrhea wednesday you say? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrw Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I'm about to fire up the grill who wants a burger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I just turned mine on. Venison sausage stuffed with cheddar cheese and jalepenos. Awesome. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 16, 2011 Mega Users Share Posted November 16, 2011 I just turned mine on. Venison sausage stuffed with cheddar cheese and jalepenos. Awesome. I had some jalepenos stuffed with sausage and wrapped in bacon the other day. F**king amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymk123 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I've heard bad thing about all motor oils and pizza hut wings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted November 16, 2011 Author Moderators Share Posted November 16, 2011 Seabass...atomic buffalo turds? those things are epic. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I like my burgers with cheese Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YN-TGL Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 I use 10W-40 Castrol GTX and mine doesn't consume much oil at all anymore. Maybe 1/2 a quart over 3000 miles. The heavier weight doesn't break down as fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 16, 2011 Mega Users Share Posted November 16, 2011 I prefer my ground beef fried in conventional oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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