DIY Oil Change?

[RAPTORSV]

I do all my cars myself. It's sure not cheaper, but it's done right. Someone on here mentioned $20 oil change, I would stay away from that, they have to be using some cheap ass oil and filter for that kind of money..

 

[blockdoc]

It's cheaper and faster to do yourself if you compare using the same components (exact same oil and filter). Before recently changing over to Amsoil, I used to always get a deal from Advance Auto for oil & filter (used Valvoline full synthetic or MaxLife, since i used to work with their lab & trusted them). And it's done right, as you point out.

I start mine draining and then go do other stuff while it drips for a while. It's very simple to do, and you don't even need a jack or ramps with our trucks. Using nitrile gloves makes cleanup a matter of minutes too.

 

[Chris@FreedomMotorsports]

No one but me ever works on my vehicles unless I am standing over them supervising every move. I can't afford to replace parts that fail prematurely due to improper installation.

 

[ittybittyfds]

I have always changed my own oil in all my vehicles. For the Raptor I stick to the Motorcraft Synthetic Blend 5W-20 and Motorcraft Filter. I used to be a loyal Mobile 1 guy but after some conversations with some engine builders I decided to move away. Tried the Royal Purple in my Camaro but wasn't worth the money. Ford Recommends Motorcraft so I stick with it. Amsoil is to hard to get were I live.
Anyways "Changing my own oil gives me a sense of accomplishment and piece of mind that its done right"

I would never EVER even consider taking my truck to Jiffy Lube or any quick change place for that matter.

No Raptor has any business being in a Jiffy Lube. IMO

 

[Humvee21]

I have always changed my own oil in all my vehicles. For the Raptor I stick to the Motorcraft Synthetic Blend 5W-20 and Motorcraft Filter. I used to be a loyal Mobile 1 guy but after some conversations with some engine builders I decided to move away. Tried the Royal Purple in my Camaro but wasn't worth the money. Ford Recommends Motorcraft so I stick with it. Amsoil is to hard to get were I live.
Anyways "Changing my own oil gives me a sense of accomplishment and piece of mind that its done right"

I would never EVER even consider taking my truck to Jiffy Lube or any quick change place for that matter.

No Raptor has any business being in a Jiffy Lube. IMO

Care to share the information about Mobil 1?

 

[ittybittyfds]

Care to share the information about Mobil 1?

Nothing major. jJst comments that stuck with me.
it was just that Mobile 1 burns up quicker then some other oils.

 

[kscarguy]

did my first oil change last night and I have no idea how to reset the oil % indicator on the dash board.

please help

 

[Raptor911]

"Settings" then "vehicle" scroll down and you will see "oil reset"

did my first oil change last night and I have no idea how to reset the oil % indicator on the dash board.

please help

 

[GTC-NOVA]

"Settings" then "vehicle" scroll down and you will see "oil reset"

Greetings Raptor911. Been awhile! Did you do your oil change by yourself? I also Ilike others) do not trust the two close by dealerships Ted Britt and Koons too much. I have about 3700 miles and considering changing the oil.

 

[Raptor911]

swing by my house and i will change your oil. I have been changing my oil in all my cars since I was 16. The Raptor is pretty easy. PM me

Greetings Raptor911. Been awhile! Did you do your oil change by yourself? I also Ilike others) do not trust the two close by dealerships Ted Britt and Koons too much. I have about 3700 miles and considering changing the oil.