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  1. Sami Kallio

    Should I try one of those "High Mileage" motor oils for my van?

    On the other hand, that seal might still be in (very) good shape if you had used synthetic... ;) Like I said, it doesn't hurt as the cost versus mineral is about the same.
  2. Sami Kallio

    Should I try one of those "High Mileage" motor oils for my van?

    On the other hand, that seal might still be in (very) good shape if you had used synthetic... ;) Like I said, it doesn't hurt as the cost versus mineral is about the same.
  3. Sami Kallio

    Should I try one of those "High Mileage" motor oils for my van?

    There really isn't a too late time to start using synthetic. You might get leaks but that is just discovering a problem, not causing it. Better protection and the cost isn't any higher than on mineral oil as you can go much longer without an oil change. I do it every 6000 miles but could...
  4. Sami Kallio

    Should I try one of those "High Mileage" motor oils for my van?

    There really isn't a too late time to start using synthetic. You might get leaks but that is just discovering a problem, not causing it. Better protection and the cost isn't any higher than on mineral oil as you can go much longer without an oil change. I do it every 6000 miles but could...
  5. Sami Kallio

    Should I try one of those "High Mileage" motor oils for my van?

    Seals on that #2 are probably gone. Go to a mechanic and ask for an estimate, then if it worth it to you, get him to take a look. You have to make a decision whether you want to keep the car or not, additives are not going to make the problem go away. Considering the age of the van, I would get...
  6. Sami Kallio

    Should I try one of those "High Mileage" motor oils for my van?

    Seals on that #2 are probably gone. Go to a mechanic and ask for an estimate, then if it worth it to you, get him to take a look. You have to make a decision whether you want to keep the car or not, additives are not going to make the problem go away. Considering the age of the van, I would get...
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