Have an excellent condition '98 Ford Explorer with 206,000 miles. Compression and everything still excellent, not burning any oil, good mileage. Should I switch to a synthetic oil to extend engine life, or will regular do as well?
2007-04-22 12:18:39 · 5 answers · asked by tullfrk4u 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
you will not necessarily have a leak with switching to synthetic. that is a huge myth that i wish would go away. a synthetic oil will generally have better cleaning additives which will clean up and buildup that have been masking a leak. try running an AutoRX cycle as mentioned on http://www.bobistheoilguy.com. ive switched 2 cars with over 100k miles on them to synthetic and had no problems whatsoever.
2007-04-22 12:50:39 · answer #1 · answered by BDCardinal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like it would be a good idea with as many miles are on your Explorer. Go out and look for oils that are specifically made for a vehicle with a lot of miles and are I believe all synthetic. It's gonna cost you a little more but it will help keep your car from oil residue build up in the motor.
2007-04-22 19:23:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Changing oil and filter frequently is more important than going to a synthetic.
2007-04-22 20:04:04 · answer #3 · answered by wewally 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DON'T change to synthetic oil. All the old gaskets on the oil pan, valve covers, timing chain cover, front and rear main seal will ALL leak.
2007-04-22 19:32:56 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would keep using what got you to 200,000 miles.
2007-04-22 19:26:09 · answer #5 · answered by mister ss 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋