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$64 Oil Change on my M550i
10 quarts of Pennzoil Pure Clean Full Synthetic oil: $45.86 delivered (Wal-Mart)
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I did also incur an additional one-time cost for the 86mm - 16 flute filter end cap wrench of $10.39 at my local auto parts store. Last edited by dscabra; 06-14-2021 at 07:53 AM.. |
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I'm reading a lot of threads on bobistheiolguy.com about the difference between the BMW 0w-30 LL-01 FE, and the various BMW and aftermarket LL-01 oils (5w-30 and 5w-40) and the LL-01 spec oils have a higher HTHS and more robust additive package. Basically the LL-01 FE oils were weakened from LL-01 to meet fuel economy standards. BMW also updated the LL-01 spec a couple years ago, and now no 0w-xx oil meets LL-01. So all the previous LL-01 oils that were 0w-30 and 0w-40 like Mobil 1 Euro and Castrol Edge all lost LL-01 approvals. The more knowledgeable users there are advising stick with LL-01. As soon as I am out of warranty I will be using an LL-01 oil, either Pennzoil Euro or Quaker State Euro (they are basically the same) 5w-30 or 5w-40.
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And $4,000 grand for that lift! Nice set-up. I would change my own oil too if I had that!
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They look like pan stands to catch fluid, not supports.
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Just an extra safety measure. I use one on the front and one on the rear of any car I put on the lift. They are essentially jack stands. The lift is rated for 10,000 pounds.
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You're gonna have to do 31 oil changes to offset the cost of that lift.
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The lift was here long before the BMW. I'm a hobbyist and like to tinker. I also built my Factory Five Cobra replica and like to have the right tools to do the job. This lift gets used! By the way, I'm more than happy to let the dealer do pre-paid maintenance, but refuse to pay dealership rates for things I can do myself once out of the coverage period. I also have the tools to do top-side oil changes after buying my last Mercedes Benz that required (recommended) top-side oil changes.
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It's my understanding that this is the BMW recommended oil and used at dealership oil service.
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...il-07510017866 I use Liqui Moly 5w-30
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ILSAC GF-6A or API SP are the latest requirements we want our oil to meet.
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I'm going to drop my oil this weekend. I think I have everything I need but would appreciate a check list validation.
* OEM Mahle oil filter cartridge (comes with a rubber ring and a washer) * 8L of Castrol Edge M 5w-30 * Oil cap removal tool * Ramps Do I need a new sump plug / washer? e.g are they use once crush fit washers or can I re torque? |
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Filter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007XB3WEA...v_ov_lig_dp_it Filter Cap Tool: https://www.amazon.com/Steelman-0613...%2C100&sr=8-25 Oil (my choice): https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...w.ds&step=cart Remember, it's a car; not a Swiss watch! Last edited by dscabra; 02-22-2022 at 07:52 AM.. |
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