$500 oil change…?
05-18-2021, 01:34 AM
#46
Three Wheelin'
That, er, might be a bit of an exaggeration. Try closer to 1,000-1600--and that is when they also change all your belts, and then there are all those plugs, too (well, three, I think)--and spark plugs . . . okay, it can add up . . .
Then again, the Ferrari normal guy can do it himself.
Then again, the Ferrari normal guy can do it himself.
05-18-2021, 08:19 AM
#47
Good point…..but it might not be just about money. I wanted a two post or four post lift and was ready to buy. But the ceiling clearance in my garage was about three inches too short. So stuck with either Quick Jack or scissor jack. My car has Sports PASM so it will not clear a scissor jack unless I build/buy ramps. So……Quick Jack was my only option even though I can afford and wanted a full lift. QJ still better than floor jack and jack stands. But my next garage will have a full lift for sure.
05-18-2021, 10:27 AM
#48
Three Wheelin'
Good point…..but it might not be just about money. I wanted a two post or four post lift and was ready to buy. But the ceiling clearance in my garage was about three inches too short. So stuck with either Quick Jack or scissor jack. My car has Sports PASM so it will not clear a scissor jack unless I build/buy ramps. So……Quick Jack was my only option even though I can afford and wanted a full lift. QJ still better than floor jack and jack stands. But my next garage will have a full lift for sure.
05-16-2023, 07:57 AM
#49
Instructor
I am rehashing this older thread with an offer to help anyone and try to build the local community here. We can all get everything needed for on oil change from FCP Euro for $150. BTW, this is a one time fee as you can return the oil for new oil after use. I have a heated and cooled, indoor garage with a 4 post lift. If anyone needs help with an oil change or other simple repairs, please PM me. Dan, Malvern, PA.
Besides tires/alignments and state inspections, my p-cars don't go to a mechanic.
Besides tires/alignments and state inspections, my p-cars don't go to a mechanic.
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05-16-2023, 03:35 PM
#50
Nordschleife Master
I am rehashing this older thread with an offer to help anyone and try to build the local community here. We can all get everything needed for on oil change from FCP Euro for $150. BTW, this is a one time fee as you can return the oil for new oil after use. I have a heated and cooled, indoor garage with a 4 post lift. If anyone needs help with an oil change or other simple repairs, please PM me. Dan, Malvern, PA.
Besides tires/alignments and state inspections, my p-cars don't go to a mechanic.
Besides tires/alignments and state inspections, my p-cars don't go to a mechanic.
05-16-2023, 03:42 PM
#51
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05-16-2023, 11:01 PM
#52
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1x 5L of Motul 8100 X-Cess Gen2 5W-40 ($52) -
3x 1L Motul 8100 X-Cess Gen2 5W-40 (3x $19) -
1x Filter ($26) -
1x Filter housing O-ring ($11) -
1x Crush ring ($5) - Yah, I know... -
Karl.
Last edited by wjk_glynn; 05-16-2023 at 11:05 PM.
05-16-2023, 11:44 PM
#53
Three Wheelin'
Not to bag on anyone else as I'm a tightwad and go out of my way looking for deals and just bought the same stuff as Karl.
Motul X-cess 5 L @ $45 each (I buy two and save leftover for next change)
Mann OEM filter for 997.2 @$15 (comes with o-ring)
Generic aluminum crush washers <$1 each (bought a pack of ten pretty sure it was these)
Comes in at around $88 per change. Even lower, the Mahle OEM filter is at eeuroparts right now for $10 though it's $100 minimum for free shipping https://eeuroparts.com/product/mahle/OX1281DECO
I've not seen any good evidence the leftover oil goes "bad" if stored in a tightly sealed container. If others have it please post it.
BTW, the title on this post needs updating, many dealerships now charge $600!
Edit: Just noticing you can get Mobil 1 on Amazon for $27 for 5L though I don't use it. Since the dealers buy it in bulk they are getting it quite a bit cheaper than that. What a racket those guys are running.
Motul X-cess 5 L @ $45 each (I buy two and save leftover for next change)
Mann OEM filter for 997.2 @$15 (comes with o-ring)
Generic aluminum crush washers <$1 each (bought a pack of ten pretty sure it was these)
Comes in at around $88 per change. Even lower, the Mahle OEM filter is at eeuroparts right now for $10 though it's $100 minimum for free shipping https://eeuroparts.com/product/mahle/OX1281DECO
I've not seen any good evidence the leftover oil goes "bad" if stored in a tightly sealed container. If others have it please post it.
BTW, the title on this post needs updating, many dealerships now charge $600!
Edit: Just noticing you can get Mobil 1 on Amazon for $27 for 5L though I don't use it. Since the dealers buy it in bulk they are getting it quite a bit cheaper than that. What a racket those guys are running.
Last edited by PV997; 05-17-2023 at 12:17 AM.
