Quick question about oil changes
I have 2015 Winnie on E350 chassis. We live in southern California and only use our RV 2-3 times a year. We drive a total of less than 500 miles a year. Question is: is it ok to replace oil every 3...
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Some good info for the OP, like Matt collies write up.
I'm no ex spurt, but in the OPs case, I would change it once a year, tops. And I wouldn't get too wound up if it sat for 2 years.
I don't have the scientific analysis to back it up, but those engines, and most engines are pretty bulletproof and see far worse treatment than letting oil with less than 20 hours on it sit in the engine over the winter.
How much are you reducing the lifespan of an engine that can go 250k miles on the internals generally? I say who cares, if you're driving it 500 miles a year, it'll still last you a long time.
More important though is to start and drive it somewhat regularly. And don't let the fuel get old and varnished up. I've parked vehicles for a year or 2 no start, no special treatment, without issue. I've also gummed up carbs in small engines with bad gas in 6 months or less.
Unless your busy schedule literally doesn't permit it, just driving the thing every few months and testing the fuel right will do the most good.
I'm no ex spurt, but in the OPs case, I would change it once a year, tops. And I wouldn't get too wound up if it sat for 2 years.
I don't have the scientific analysis to back it up, but those engines, and most engines are pretty bulletproof and see far worse treatment than letting oil with less than 20 hours on it sit in the engine over the winter.
How much are you reducing the lifespan of an engine that can go 250k miles on the internals generally? I say who cares, if you're driving it 500 miles a year, it'll still last you a long time.
More important though is to start and drive it somewhat regularly. And don't let the fuel get old and varnished up. I've parked vehicles for a year or 2 no start, no special treatment, without issue. I've also gummed up carbs in small engines with bad gas in 6 months or less.
Unless your busy schedule literally doesn't permit it, just driving the thing every few months and testing the fuel right will do the most good.
