Hi,
I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 73,000 miles on it. I have treated her well changing the oil every 3000-3500 miles, but I didn't own her for the first 25,000, so I can't vouch for that time.
I realized that she will be crossing 100,000 miles right around the same time I leave graduate school with lots of loans. I need her to last well past that.
In my research I came across a website dedicated to Dodge Intrepids made in 98, 99, and 2000. According to the website the engines in these models has a tendency to crap out right around 100,000 miles, partially due to sludge buildup.
Therefore I am considering switching over to synthetic, but I fear it may be too late to do so. Is 73,000 miles too late? I have read about the Mobil1 high mileage synth formula, would this be an ideal starting point? I know that RedLine is better, but I don't think I can swing $8 per quart.
So, my questions are as follows: Does anyone know anything about Dodge Intrepids from 98-2000? Is it OK to go synthetic after 73,000? What brand should I use? Is there somewhere online to buy this brand cheap in bulk?
Thanks for helping me out. I am a noob and any advice you guys can give would be greatly appreciated.
-Seth
I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 73,000 miles on it. I have treated her well changing the oil every 3000-3500 miles, but I didn't own her for the first 25,000, so I can't vouch for that time.
I realized that she will be crossing 100,000 miles right around the same time I leave graduate school with lots of loans. I need her to last well past that.
In my research I came across a website dedicated to Dodge Intrepids made in 98, 99, and 2000. According to the website the engines in these models has a tendency to crap out right around 100,000 miles, partially due to sludge buildup.
Therefore I am considering switching over to synthetic, but I fear it may be too late to do so. Is 73,000 miles too late? I have read about the Mobil1 high mileage synth formula, would this be an ideal starting point? I know that RedLine is better, but I don't think I can swing $8 per quart.
So, my questions are as follows: Does anyone know anything about Dodge Intrepids from 98-2000? Is it OK to go synthetic after 73,000? What brand should I use? Is there somewhere online to buy this brand cheap in bulk?
Thanks for helping me out. I am a noob and any advice you guys can give would be greatly appreciated.
-Seth