I like his oil change intervals and your driving plan.

Mike

On 6/16/04 8:49 AM, "The corruptor" <huotb@VIDEOTRON.CA> wrote:

> I think this could be a nice thread.... for a change!!!! (ha ha ha)
> I have my own idea on that... of course there is a big difference with
> todays car/van ans our old van / bus....., lets talk about old thec.....
>
> -How do YOU do or would do your new engine break-in????
> -How do you drive your vehicle in a break in.
> -First oil change????? 75 miles, 150miles, 500 miles
> -Second oil change
> -Oil grade???
> -Why do you think we do a break-in
> -What is a break-in??? (ha ha ha)
>
> Well, on that subject, i don't recall seeing specific info in the box, but
> they do suggest using 20W50 and not 10W40.
>
> Larry's way: Change oil at 75/125 miles, second at 300/500 miles go to
> normal oil change after.
>
> My way: 300 to 500 miles fist oil change, driving the van on second road so
> the rev keep going up and down and under 3000rpm. Second oil change at
> 1500miles, going to normal oil change after (3000miles)
>
> What is your opinion?????
> Cheers, Ben
> http://www.benplace.com/roadhaus.htm
>
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