Oil Changes
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You're going to get at least a dozen different opinions on each issue... Use the search function to see what I mean. Or are you trolling for a dogpile? 
- and I just took the bait.
And then there's what filter to use (or not use)...
It really depends on where you are on the spectrum of saving money vs. peace of mind.
Not to blow off your question: I use Pennzoil 20W-50 and the Bosch 72161 filter (with the decal peeled off). I change the oil once a year, but I average only maybe 5000 miles or so per season.
Many prefer synthetic oil. Some swear by 3000 miles per change.
And I see you have a fairly new low mileage LT. Many folks here like to run regular oil for several thousand miles before switching to synthetic. I've never used synthetic, so someone who knows more can chime in, or again, just search. You won't find a lack of information here concerning things like oil, tires, batteries, etc.
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- and I just took the bait.And then there's what filter to use (or not use)...
It really depends on where you are on the spectrum of saving money vs. peace of mind.
Not to blow off your question: I use Pennzoil 20W-50 and the Bosch 72161 filter (with the decal peeled off). I change the oil once a year, but I average only maybe 5000 miles or so per season.
Many prefer synthetic oil. Some swear by 3000 miles per change.
And I see you have a fairly new low mileage LT. Many folks here like to run regular oil for several thousand miles before switching to synthetic. I've never used synthetic, so someone who knows more can chime in, or again, just search. You won't find a lack of information here concerning things like oil, tires, batteries, etc.
Welcome!
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That few you think?JGroves said:
I decided to stop chaning my oil. Since there is so much disagreement on the issue I don't know what to do and so I have defaulted to doing nothing
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Well, if you're using ****** you don't HAVE to, right?copperstatetour said:That few you think?
I decided to stop chaning my oil. Since there is so much disagreement on the issue I don't know what to do and so I have defaulted to doing nothing
(Just kidding, ****** guys. Really...)
Edit: OMG they blanked it out. That says it all!!
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dukester said:
A new oil thread AND a new tire thread in the SAME day... You guys have already made my week.r_figueroa said:
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Spinach? Really? :histericaibbones said:
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It's just like old times.Beemerick said:
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BMW specifies crankcase oil changes at 6000 miles. Tranny and FD at 12K miles.dukester said:
Your owner's manual will tell you what weight crankcase oil is appropriate for the operating temps in your area, and give specs on oil type (specs that just about any old crankcase oil will meet). After that, you have to take the advice of everyone on this site and use what they tell you to.
I've used everything from Mobil 1 to WalMart Tech brand oil.
I'm sure my gas mileage is better with Mobil 1 but not so much that I can tell. And I just know my KLT engine is going to last much longer with synthetic, I'm sure of it. My wallet mileage is much better with WalMart Tech brand.
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Yep, you'll get 10,000 replies and opinions on this, but there are 2 comments that i believe are justified - 1. Don't use the bike for short runs (short = less than 20 minutes), particularly in cold climates as this severenly impacts the conditions inside the crankcase due to condensate accumulation in the oil, and water is not a good lubricant and neither is oil with water in it. 2. HD stands for high detergent (Not Harley Davidson), and this is important for the starter sprag clutch. Diesel engine oils, especially those rated for turbocharged engines meet this spec and are kind to the starter sprag. Your choice whether to run them always or sometimes.
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Dino or synthetic?rattler50 said:
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Dino won't explode 'cause it's already been in an explosion when the Big Bang killed all the Dinosaurs, or was that before ,............. anyway they're all dead and that oil is from their pooh, and it's good enough for the job. I think it needs to be tipped back into the ground when you're finished with it, 'cause that's where it came from. Hope this all makes sense to someone.
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That's because when the EPA recruits, they look for sour faced people who are way too serious, no sense of humour any more. Not allowed to put sump oil on gravel roads anymore, not allowed to tip oil in the sewer anymore, not allowed to take a dump in a toilet if you've eaten heaps of olive oil,............ woops, went a bit far !
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O.K. I' ll switch to synthetic ASAP!K100Dennis said:
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