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    I think the Corvette and other vehicles use synthetic from day 1 . Started using synthetic in a Yaris and a FIT at about 2,000 miles and no issues . Lot of different opinions on this topic .



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    Quote Originally Posted by cinder View Post
    I think the Corvette and other vehicles use synthetic from day 1 . Started using synthetic in a Yaris and a FIT at about 2,000 miles and no issues . Lot of different opinions on this topic .
    DEFINITELY a lot of opinions and schools of thought regarding the issue, which is what brings me to ask you Cinder: Were you able to detect metal particulates in your first oil change prior to the 3750 mile interval under the severe maintenance schedule?

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    Didn't notice any in the oil or on the bottom of the pail . Would pour the oil into a container and take it for recycling .

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    I wouldn't expect to see too much metal in synthetic oil .. here's a good explanation.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mmm View Post
    I wouldn't expect to see too much metal in synthetic oil .. here's a good explanation.
    Hmm, I read the link you provided. Since you did find metals in your oil changes, does this mean you are using conventional for the first 3000 miles or something?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Charlie View Post
    Hmm, I read the link you provided. Since you did find metals in your oil changes, does this mean you are using conventional for the first 3000 miles or something?

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    Yes, I immediately changed the oil to conventional right after I bought it.

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    UPDATE:

    Just over 1000 miles now. Definitely getting ready for my first oil change (so excited!).

    Hit a sweet deal, where if I got 5 qts of Mobil 1 full synth (which I wanted already), it would just be an extra $4 for the Mobil1 Extended Performance filter (priced normally at $12.99!)

    Still looking around for trustworthy jack stands. There were a set of 2 for $20 by Duralast at Autozone..I thought, this is too cheap to be good and passed up on them. Glad I did, these things get TERRIBLE reviews!

    Will be stopping by NAPA store hopefully this weekend to browse.

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    Have you got a Harbor Freight near you? They are great for stuff like Jacks and stands.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Basic View Post
    Have you got a Harbor Freight near you? They are great for stuff like Jacks and stands.
    Wouldn't say near me, but there's a NAPA definitely very near me. If I have no luck, I will check Harbor Freight out though.

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    first oil change

    I have a set of jack stands i bought at NAPA just before i was hired there (8 years+) and they still work/look great. Btw changed the oil last night at 1029 miles, the oil looked good but seemed thin as water.i collected some for oil analysis to be sent out.i intalled a NAPA gold filter 1356 and filled up with mobil 1 0w20 advanced fuel economy.driving all over hell today,so i will put to the test.


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