Re: Bulk vs. Bottled oil at places like Jiffy Lube

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Re: Bulk vs. Bottled oil at places like Jiffy Lube

15 Aug 2007 22:40

> I am on the road often enough where I need to get my oil changed at
> Jiffy Lube or other convenient type of oil change place. Is there any
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> themselves.
> Thanks

Around here the Honda dealers typically charge from 22.95 to 25.99 for
an oil change and generally get you out within an hour. I personally
have never been in a quick change place, but everyone I know who goes to
them always seem to end up with a bill of 40 or more. There is nothing
inherently wrong with bulk oil, so long as what's in the barrel is
what's supposed to be in it. I'm sure some dealerships use bulk, but
I'd feel more confident that it's what it is supposed to be - and you
get a Honda brand filter instead of ???.

techman41973@yahoo.com

15 Aug 2007 21:57

I am on the road often enough where I need to get my oil changed at
Jiffy Lube or other convenient type of oil change place. Is there any
quality or performance difference between the bulk oil they use or the
optional bottled oil (penzoil) that they offer for $10-$15 more?
I have heard many horror stories regarding Jiffy Lube, although I
guess I am lucky with 220K on my Honda Accord. Taking my car to the
dealer just for an oil change on the road seems ridiculous. Just
wondeingr what others look for in an oil-change place to insure
quality work (those who fear Jiffy Lube) when they can't do it
themselves.
Thanks

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