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tk421

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Nov 29, 2011 1:43 PM
So, getting ready for an oil change I was at the store and forgot what grade oil my car took, so I ended up with 10-40 when it's supposed to be 5-30. Would there be any harm in using the 10-40, or should I go buy some more? It's a dodge.
Nov 29, 2011 1:43pm
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ZWICK 4 PREZ

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Nov 29, 2011 1:45 PM
tk421;992905 wrote: It's a dodge.
Don't worry.. It'll just burn it anyway
Nov 29, 2011 1:45pm
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Nov 29, 2011 1:48 PM
ZWICK 4 PREZ;992910 wrote:Don't worry.. It'll just burn it anyway
By burn it away, he means your car will explode into flames killing everyone inside.

Good luck with dying.
Nov 29, 2011 1:48pm
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Nov 29, 2011 1:50 PM
I don't get oil changes. I just drive 'em til they die then buy new ones. Tahoes and Expeditions.
Nov 29, 2011 1:50pm
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queencitybuckeye

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Nov 29, 2011 1:57 PM
Steel Valley Football;992916 wrote:I don't get oil changes. I just drive 'em til they die then buy new ones. Tahoes and Expeditions.
Hey, look at me! I have a driver's license!
Nov 29, 2011 1:57pm
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Nov 29, 2011 1:58 PM
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Nov 29, 2011 1:58pm
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se-alum

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Nov 29, 2011 2:07 PM
If it we're summer time, I would say go ahead and use the 10W-40 since it's a warmer climate oil. With winter coming on I would buy the 5W-30 which is more for colder weather. It may be tougher for your oil pump to push 10W which is thicker in cold temps.
Nov 29, 2011 2:07pm
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Steel Valley Football

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Nov 29, 2011 2:10 PM
queencitybuckeye;992933 wrote:Hey, look at me! I have a driver's license!
Not currently. No insurance either. Or doors on my car.
Nov 29, 2011 2:10pm
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Belly35

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Nov 29, 2011 2:22 PM
10W-40 is questionable for the winter

I would get the 5W-30 and not take the risk ,,,, not worth the potential damage
Nov 29, 2011 2:22pm
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Nov 29, 2011 4:12 PM
I don't buy oil.

Hope this helps.
Nov 29, 2011 4:12pm
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DeyDurkie5

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Nov 29, 2011 4:29 PM
fuck your oil change, call midas
Nov 29, 2011 4:29pm
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Nov 29, 2011 4:52 PM
tk421;992905 wrote:So, getting ready for an oil change I was at the store and forgot what grade oil my car took, so I ended up with 10-40 when it's supposed to be 5-30. Would there be any harm in using the 10-40, or should I go buy some more? It's a dodge.

What dodge engine? If its a pre hemi truck engine drop it to 0-30 and make sure u let it warm up.
Nov 29, 2011 4:52pm
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tk421

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Nov 29, 2011 7:54 PM
nah, it's not a truck. little 4cyl.
Nov 29, 2011 7:54pm
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1_beast

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Nov 29, 2011 8:53 PM
yeah...you're fine....these guys are messing with ya!

I promise...and you can take that to the bank!
Nov 29, 2011 8:53pm
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Nov 29, 2011 9:06 PM
I'll change your oil for you ;)
Nov 29, 2011 9:06pm
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Nov 29, 2011 9:28 PM
The 1985 World Series was won by the Kansas City Royals.

Kansas City is in Missouri.
Nov 29, 2011 9:28pm
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I Wear Pants

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Nov 29, 2011 9:44 PM
sleeper;993201 wrote:I don't buy oil.

Hope this helps.
With as rich as you are I would have figured you'd at least have some holdings in Exxon or something or perhaps occasionally trade WTI when the price is right.
Nov 29, 2011 9:44pm
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Nov 29, 2011 10:13 PM
I Wear Pants;993750 wrote:With as rich as you are I would have figured you'd at least have some holdings in Exxon or something or perhaps occasionally trade WTI when the price is right.
Good point. I actually do have quite a hefty position in Exxon Mobile.
Nov 29, 2011 10:13pm
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Nov 30, 2011 4:58 AM
You can use the 10W-40.
Nov 30, 2011 4:58am