Would you change the oil?

riven1950 wrote:
I have a 2013 F150 ecoboost 4x4 CC. It now has 9900 miles on it. I always changed the oil in my 2004 F150, and other vehicles, at around 3000 miles. I know this is supposed to be a waste of money with todays oils and engines but it is a hard habit to break. Also, since I have never had a lot of major engine issues over the years I am thinking it is not all bad.

So here is my question. I had the dealer change my oil etc at about 4700 miles ( I am getting better :) ). There was a trip to the Keys in there, about 1800 miles towing.

Now I am at 9900 miles, truck says I have 39% left on oil before change. We are headed back to the Keys next month and will likely put on 2000 miles or so on the trip. I think I am going for peace of mind and getting the oil changed before the trip rather than after. Also, about time for tire rotation. Dealer sent me a coupon for 39.95 for oil change, rotation, and check up. I hate to waste oil and money but think I will go for it.

BTW truck has performed flawlessly so far.
Not trying to stir the pot just curious about any opinions?
Thanks TR

I have read on a couple F150 sites the due to the direct injection on the Ecoboost fuel is making it's way into the oil. I'm not gonna lie, that scared me a little. I towed a 7500-8000lb trailer from early spring to late fall for the 3 years i owned it. So i definitely made sure that oil was clean. I was changing it about every 4000mi. Like others have said it's just piece of mind. Remember that the oil also travels through the turbos to protect them. For $39.95 I think it's an easy decision.