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Nov 20, 2010 | 03:51 PM

onevettenut

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Storing thr car

I have 67% showing for oil life. the oil has 3300 miles on it. Type is Mobil 1 in 5/30. Would you guys change the oil before putting up for the winter?

Nov 20, 2010 | 04:13 PM

dougbfresh

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Nope.

Nov 20, 2010 | 04:23 PM

japc5

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Originally Posted by dougbfresh

Nope.

Nov 20, 2010 | 04:30 PM

jstaffon22

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You're probably ok. I've done that a couple times. As a habit, I change my oil and filter in the fall. I'm told that's best but also "old school". Mobil 1 holds up just fine.

Nov 20, 2010 | 04:33 PM

TEECEE

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too

Nov 20, 2010 | 04:35 PM

c5BlackBeauty

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No....your fine.....

Nov 21, 2010 | 12:20 AM

99mallett

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Gotta go with the crowd, here. Should be okay for the winter.
I think I'd probably change it when get the car out next season. That way, you won't have to worry about doing it for the rest of the season.

Nov 21, 2010 | 12:27 AM

itzza427

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Is it going to be OK..yes!! Now me,,,IF I only changed it once a year and stored it,,,I'd put it away with fresh oil and filter. With the additive package in synthetic oil it probably compensates for any contaminants,, but letting it sit,,I would prefer totally fresh oil sitting in the bearing surfaces!!I drive through most of the winter and following the OLM I still change 2 to 3 times a year,,and it's not a problem for me!!