Poll for Synthetic Users: Oil Change Frequency - Honda Pilot

davemac · 03-11-2004, 08:07 PM

For Synthetic user only, please vote once for the frequency of oil changes in your PILOT (or MDX).

I ran a poll a few weeks back, and a little more than 50% of respondents indicate they're using synthetic in their Pilots. Thought this poll might provide an interesting follow up as to the frequency of oil changes.

ncelk · 03-11-2004, 08:14 PM

5000 miles on Mobil 1.

On other cars with Dino, I go 3k between changes.

I figure cheap insurance.......

john802 · 03-12-2004, 03:06 AM

5,000 miles on Mobil 1 0W20

sungchang · 03-12-2004, 01:28 PM

Starting which oil change did you guys move to synth? I read somewhere that, one should use the regular motor oil for first few oil changes and then move to synthetic. Thanks.

**colorider** · 03-12-2004, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by davemac
For Synthetic user only, please vote once for the frequency of oil changes in your PILOT (or MDX).

I ran a poll a few weeks back, and a little more than 50% of respondents indicate they're using synthetic in their Pilots. Thought this poll might provide an interesting follow up as to the frequency of oil changes.

Aw shucks!!!!! I wanted to vote too, but I don't use synthetic!!!

Dino ever 5K!!!

Aggie Pilot · 03-12-2004, 03:19 PM

I use AMSOIL Series 2000 0W-30 motor oil and changed it after 15,000 miles (20,000 miles of our Pilot). Filter change and top off every 5000.

Have over 6000 miles on the current oil and will run it until oil analysis recommends a change.

RipRocK · 03-12-2004, 04:24 PM

You guys probably will roll your eyes, or ask, why?? But, I use Mobil1 0W-20/5W-30 and change about every 5,000KM/3,100miles, along with the filter. Yes, it's overkill, but I can't help it. I'm a tortured soul.

davemac · 03-16-2004, 11:49 AM

a (shameless) "bump"

**colorider** · 03-16-2004, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by davemac
a (shameless) "bump"

A shameless plug for Dino:

Dino ever 5K!!!

(why waste $20 each oil change)???

bcclements · 03-16-2004, 02:38 PM

Anyone remember when Mobil 1 was first introduced.

They originally advertised 25K between oil changes.

I suspect research proved them correct, but they backed off due to auto warranty issues.

nolan65 · 03-24-2004, 09:57 AM

M1 0w-20 in the winter, M1 5W-30 in the summer- 6000 miles or so

View Poll Results: frequency of oil changes (for synth user only)
3,750 miles or less	1	3.85%
around 5,000 miles	15	57.69%
around 7,500 miles	8	30.77%
around 10,000 miles	2	7.69%
Voters: 26. You may not vote on this poll

03-11-2004, 08:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
davemac Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: NE Mass Posts: 385 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Poll for Synthetic Users: Oil Change Frequency For Synthetic user only, please vote once for the frequency of oil changes in your PILOT (or MDX). I ran a poll a few weeks back, and a little more than 50% of respondents indicate they're using synthetic in their Pilots. Thought this poll might provide an interesting follow up as to the frequency of oil changes. __________________ current: '11 Acura MDX previous: '11 Pilot EX-L '04 Pilot EX-L '03 Pilot EX-L

03-11-2004, 08:14 PM	#2 (permalink)
ncelk Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 570 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	5000 miles on Mobil 1. On other cars with Dino, I go 3k between changes. I figure cheap insurance....... __________________ ncelk ------- 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid 2002 Mazda Miata SE 2006 Acura MDX Touring

03-12-2004, 03:06 AM	#3 (permalink)
john802 Rip Tide Dude! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 3,054 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	5,000 miles on Mobil 1 0W20 __________________ 2003 Honda Pilot EX Starlight Silver* OEM Full Nose Mask \| Wheel Locks \| Cross Bars \| OEM Running Boards \| Chrome Accent - OEM Running Board \| Rear Splash Guard \| OEM '04 Horn \| Cloud-Rider Spectare Black Stainless Steel Grille Screen & Bumper Combo \| Thule Ski Rack #725 \| Thule Snowboard Carrier #575 \|OEM All Season Floor Mats \|OEM Cargo Tray \| Pilot Motorsports #PM555 Stainless Steel Exhaust Tips \| PowerStation Pro Portable Charger/Compressor/Emergency Light \| Tire Step Ladder \| Eurodezigns Blue Xenon H4 Bulbs & H3 Fog Light Bulbs \| Infinity Kappa Speakers \| Dynamat Original/Extreme \| Complete Set of 3M Protector \| 3M Metallic Tint \| Covercraft Noah Custom Cover \| Microtune #141X Antenna Amplifier \| Dashmat Dash Cover \| Full Size Spare Tire \| Broadway Napolex BW-86 Wide Inside Rear View Mirror \| Complete Sets of Dark Smoke WeatherTech WeatherFlectors \| Westin Black Rear Bumper Guard \| 3rd Brake Light Mod \| 6 Disc CD Changer \| ______________________________ The dawn of love would be the end of pleasure!

03-12-2004, 01:28 PM	#4 (permalink)
sungchang Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: California Posts: 541 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Starting which oil change did you guys move to synth? I read somewhere that, one should use the regular motor oil for first few oil changes and then move to synthetic. Thanks. __________________ <b><i><font color=blue>'04 Midnight Blue Pearl Pilot EXL-Navi</font></i></b> <ul><li><u>OEM</u>: tow package (heavy), running boards, crossbars, rear splash guards, cargo cover, cargo net, chrome exhaust tips <li><u>3rd Party</u>: Vizualogic headrest DVD system, Husky Liners (front and 2nd rows), Yakima Blacktop Pro 16s roof box, BVG XE2 Evolution bike rack, Prince Lionheart Seatsavers (2), wwong's foam pads, pillar protectors and navi screen protector </ul><i>'00 Nighthawk Black Pearl Acura 3.2TL</i>

03-12-2004, 03:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
Aggie Pilot Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Houston TX Posts: 143 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I use AMSOIL Series 2000 0W-30 motor oil and changed it after 15,000 miles (20,000 miles of our Pilot). Filter change and top off every 5000. Have over 6000 miles on the current oil and will run it until oil analysis recommends a change. __________________ 2003 Taffeta White EX-L AMSOIL 0W-20 & Redline D4 ATF Michelin LTX MS2 Shine by Poorboy's World

03-12-2004, 04:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
RipRocK Super Duper Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB., Canada, eh!! Posts: 2,388 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You guys probably will roll your eyes, or ask, why?? But, I use Mobil1 0W-20/5W-30 and change about every 5,000KM/3,100miles, along with the filter. Yes, it's overkill, but I can't help it. I'm a tortured soul.

03-16-2004, 11:49 AM	#8 (permalink)
davemac Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: NE Mass Posts: 385 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	a (shameless) "bump" __________________ current: '11 Acura MDX previous: '11 Pilot EX-L '04 Pilot EX-L '03 Pilot EX-L

03-16-2004, 02:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
bcclements Stealth Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: SW Chicago Suburbs Posts: 242 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Anyone remember when Mobil 1 was first introduced. They originally advertised 25K between oil changes. I suspect research proved them correct, but they backed off due to auto warranty issues. __________________ 2003 Havasu Blue EX All Weather Mats Cargo Tray Tow Package (self-installed) Wheel Locks Sportworks Transport Bike Rack *WeatherTech VentVisors

03-24-2004, 09:57 AM	#11 (permalink)
nolan65 Never Say Die!!! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 110 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	M1 0w-20 in the winter, M1 5W-30 in the summer- 6000 miles or so

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