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is full synthetic oil really that much better?


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It's formulated for modern engines with tighter mechanical tolerances. It also doesn't break down as fast and retains its viscosity over a higher mileage. Its molecules are more uniform so sludge doesn't build up as fast, and it clings to mechanical parts better so that they're protected from friction and corrosion.

 

The main benefit is that it protects from wear for longer. I wouldn't feel safe using synthetic blend beyond six or seven thousand miles. Most full synthetics can go further. You also need a filter designed to last that long though. A dirty filter does no good for your oil.

 

I use synthetic in my car mostly because it lasts longer and I don't have to change my oil every six weeks with how much I drive.

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It's formulated for modern engines with tighter mechanical tolerances. It also doesn't break down as fast and retains its viscosity over a higher mileage. Its molecules are more uniform so sludge doesn't build up as fast, and it clings to mechanical parts better so that they're protected from friction and corrosion.

 

The main benefit is that it protects from wear for longer. I wouldn't feel safe using synthetic blend beyond six or seven thousand miles. Most full synthetics can go further. You also need a filter designed to last that long though. A dirty filter does no good for your oil.

 

I use synthetic in my car mostly because it lasts longer and I don't have to change my oil every six weeks with how much I drive.

 

Lett me make it simple.

 

1998 Jeep 4.0 with 125,000 miles on it. Requires an oil change every 3,000 miles on regular oil... and those engines FUCK UP oil but take  abuse x4000to die.

 

Mine... I beat the shit out of my Grand Cherokee daily... BUT I ran Royal Purple every 10,000 miles and no issues, drops in oil pressure, or changes in peformance.

 

in your case, get synthetic blend every 5,000 miles.

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