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Old 03-29-2012, 06:18 PM   #16
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Originally Posted by willhe64 View Post
Until they make an air filter that does not let any dirt through I'm going to keep changing mine every 3,000 miles.
Remember, those recommendations are from people who want you to buy a new car every 5 years.
GM uses the oil life monitor and they pay for the warranty out to 100,000 miles. Yes I get nervous pushing 10,000 miles but science is science. 3,000 miles is just marketing.


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Originally Posted by justa25thTA View Post
and the 3000 mile change was pushed by the oil manufacturers who want to sell oil. I believe the guy who is warrantying my motor.
Agreed!!
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