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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 06:55 AM
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Getting ready to change the oil in my 09 JK. What types do you recommend. This vehicle is an everyday ride and most of is in the DC traffic.
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 07:14 AM
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5w-30 will work fine for you. I've got the same 3.8 and I run through DC usually monthly. I bought the jeep new and it's at 140k now on 5w-30 and the motor still does what it's supposed to do.
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 07:16 AM
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5w-20 I get whatever is on sale. I think the weight is listed on the oil fill cap if I remember right.
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 07:35 AM
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Any specific brand? Do you use synthetic?
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 07:42 AM
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No, todays oils are of good quality. If you feel you get better protection by buying a specific brand or synthetic the pick your poison. I just buy what ever is on sale and use a quality filter.
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 07:50 AM
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Roger. Sounds good. I'm going with Fram filter and Mobil One 5W 30.

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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 08:02 AM
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BTW Thinking about changing the differential fluid as well. How many quarts does that take? I think it looks like about two? And do you recommend me taking the cover off and redoing it all?
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 08:14 AM
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It takes just shy of two. I pull the cover for an inspection of the gears. I found metal missing from my spiders on the most recent check so it's a good idea to check if you're high mileage or 2nd owner.
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 08:32 AM
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I'm the original owner and it has just over 60k. I've had the dealer change it before, I've never done it. I here there are always metal shavings in the oil.
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