I think Fred is onto something. Those paper filters do seem to be the weak link.
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I think Fred is onto something. Those paper filters do seem to be the weak link.
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Boss
Definitely. Mine was starting to ripple and warp. I didn't like the look of it.Originally Posted by ELCID86
Certainly had to do with the time of exposure as I've had the same brand filter with nearly twice the mileage on it not look that bad.
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I like the, "No longer than a year because of degradation of the oil filter" comment.
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Yeah, absent the filter issue I'd push to 18 months and see what the analysis showed and inch up from there.I like the, "No longer than a year because of degradation of the oil filter" comment.
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I'll give this batch maybe 14 months and see what the filter looks like. There's so much TBN left in my oil at a year that it's like changing the oil after driving the car normally for two months.
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I concur.
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Messaggero
Where do you find 5qt containers for $23?? Lowest I find is $27 at wallyworld....interesting thread guys...! I'll never have to worry about making a year before 7k miles ...I drive too much!
Campieri
Walmart has Mobil1 0w40 euro formula for 22.97 before tax.
Enforcer
Haven't even done my first oil change since I bought the car. 1 year (at the end of this month) and only 5,500 miles later. Guess I should get on it before my filter deteriorates!
Boss
I'm looking for 14 months next time around. My filter was starting to warp but it wasn't compromised in any way. Let you know what it looks like Christmas of '15
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You could always swap the filter and top off the oil. LOL
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