Hey guys, I'm at 950 miles and ready for the first oil change! What has everyone been doing regarding oil changes, have you guys been doing them on your own or taking it to the dealer? If taking it to the dealer how much could I expect to pay? I'm figuring $150-200 including parts/oil! Does this sound about right or am I off a little? Back to part A) Is it a real pain in the ass to do it yourself. I have full access to a ramp or leg lift. I've read the post on how to do it just have never done an oil change of this kind. I guess what I'm saying is it worth it to let Ford do it? Thanks for the input :thumbsup
1st Oil change
- Thread starter bigdan40
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I'm at the 900 mile marker too and decided to change my oil last night. Frankly, I don't know what the big deal is. However, I should say that I have the advantage to have a 4-post lift at home but, that said, the oil change is a very, very, easy thing to do. Start to finish took me 70 minutes. This is the first time and I took my time. I think it coud be done in 40-45 minutes, easy.
I suppose much of the fuss is getting the car into the air and it is admittedly more difficult with a 2-post lift or no lift at all. But once up, removing the panels is very quick and simple. There are 3 drain bolts - and the distance between them more or less mandates individual draining which is the most time consuming component of the change. Re-install the plugs (18 lb-ft) each, fill up with oil, PRIME (20 seconds), start, and check for leaks. Re-install the bottom panels. ANYONE can do it.
I suppose much of the fuss is getting the car into the air and it is admittedly more difficult with a 2-post lift or no lift at all. But once up, removing the panels is very quick and simple. There are 3 drain bolts - and the distance between them more or less mandates individual draining which is the most time consuming component of the change. Re-install the plugs (18 lb-ft) each, fill up with oil, PRIME (20 seconds), start, and check for leaks. Re-install the bottom panels. ANYONE can do it.
AtomicGT
GT Owner
I had mine changed two weeks ago at the Ford Dealership in West LA. My first oil change was free. Did it at 600 miles. I think if you have Ford do it, plan on about $250.00. I had the front lower spoiler skirt replaced as I finally figured out a way to get my car up my graded driveway without scraping it. Which is not a sensation I would recommend too often.
Kendall has a lift and has offered use of it, but since I am 2 miles from my dealer, I took their free offer. Kendall also added some Ford Racing Performance exhausts which sounded incredible alst Sunday at the Calabasas car show. Apparently bolt on design for the exhausts. That I am interested in.
Kendall has a lift and has offered use of it, but since I am 2 miles from my dealer, I took their free offer. Kendall also added some Ford Racing Performance exhausts which sounded incredible alst Sunday at the Calabasas car show. Apparently bolt on design for the exhausts. That I am interested in.
Mark, Eric, & other SoCal dudes & dudettes,
My garage is available for you anytime for oil changes or other odds and ends. I have the lift, tools, AC, and, most importantly, beer. After 20 years of thinking about it, I finally completed my modest "shop" last year and I've tried to make it a comfortable place to hang out and tinker with the cars.
Drop me a line when you're ready....
My garage is available for you anytime for oil changes or other odds and ends. I have the lift, tools, AC, and, most importantly, beer. After 20 years of thinking about it, I finally completed my modest "shop" last year and I've tried to make it a comfortable place to hang out and tinker with the cars.
Drop me a line when you're ready....
gwbartlett
GT Owner
My first service was just completed. 5,000 miles as recommended (not put on track during this time). McCoy Ford in Muncie did not charge for the first service. The service manual does say to change the transaxle oil at the first service-not cheap! I also had them change the brake and clutch fliud as it had been one year since delivery and I intend to keep this fantastic car.
Big Carrot
GT Owner
fjpikul
GT Owner
AZGT
GT Owner
Big Carrot said:
I always change early on a new motor. Just did mine (free - thanks dealer :biggrin ) at 1500 miles.
Big Carrot
GT Owner
MAD IN NC
Proud Owner/ BOD blah bla
depends how bad the dealer wanted to sell the car and how much over MSRP was paid. mine cost $$$
AZGT
GT Owner
Big Carrot said:
No - that is a dealer item, not from Ford. Most dealers do a free oil change or two (or life time) on new cars when they sell them to the original buyer - they just forgot to exclude the GT :thumbsup
sharp33
GT Owner
For those of us who plan on doing our own oil changes, what is the best oil (Brand and grade) for a car driven mostly on the street with an occasional track day? I've been real happy with Mobil 1 in my other cars.
Beach-GT
GT Owner
sharp33 said:
Good Question! I was thinking of using FORD oil so as not to create any warranty issues.
gwbartlett
GT Owner
EasyEric
GT Owner
Fully Synthetic oils with the same American Petroleum Institute rating (e.g., SF, SG etc) are virtually fungible. I believe the highest current rating is SJ. I would go with any 5w50 synthetic oil that is readily available.
I do not believe there will be any warranty issues as long the oil is a 5w50 synthetic.
Eric
I do not believe there will be any warranty issues as long the oil is a 5w50 synthetic.
Eric
Neilda
GT Owner
In the UK most owners will use Mobil 1 - it's what I've put in Lamborghinis and Astons and is about the best available. The GT grade is slightly harder to get hold of though.
Big Carrot
GT Owner
I got mine changed last week. The dealer that I took my car to had a SVO certified tech, but he had never done an oil change on a GT. They quoted me $86 on the phone, and even though it took them 3 hours to do it, they honored the price! Hell of a deal! I would have paid that for the oil and filter if I would have done it myself!