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mfitz709
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Hey, just wondering for all you do it yourselfers, were do you buy your air and oil filters at? And while I'm at it what brand oil do you recommend for this engine? Regular or Synthetic? We have the Triton V10 by ford, but hate buying from dealers. ๐Ÿ˜‰
Mike, Judy, & Izzy the spoiled dog.
2005 31'Fleetwood Jamboree

"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead, where there is no path and leave a trail." Ralph Waldo Emerson
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J-Rooster
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I change my oil once per year and, I use Mobil 1, 5W-30W, Synthetic Oil. I use the oil with the Gold Cap (Extended Life).

prstlk
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Regardless of gas or diesel I have always believed that oil changes are a quick easy an inexpensive to make sure the old guy or gal stays on the road. I always run Castro full sin and name brand filters. I have cars that I only change once a year as they don't reach the min milage requirement for a change. Plus it's always good to take a look underneath for anything amiss. I dispose of the waste properly. When like in the case of my Cat MH oil is in gallons not quarts I save a great deal over dealer service.
Thanks all
2007 Keystone Challenger 5th wheel, Ford F350 Super Duty 6.7L Diesel, Short Bed, 2 dogs and the cat and rolling down the road full time since May 2014

mfitz709
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I did not have to much room. so I took one court at a time and poured it slowly down the tube..
Mike, Judy, & Izzy the spoiled dog.
2005 31'Fleetwood Jamboree

"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead, where there is no path and leave a trail." Ralph Waldo Emerson

OhhWell
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gtp wrote:
For Triton V-10, what is the best way to actually get the oil into the engine? Siphon? Flexible funnel?


the dimensions of the access area in front of the engine will vary by coach builder. I was able to get a 5 quart jug in there and then tilt it with just enough room.
1998 bounder 36s V10 F53

Snomas
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I do as many repairs as I can except I also use Speedco for any oil changes as does Dennis! I used to have a local mechanic change my oil and I bought filters from Filterbarn.com. Oil was shell Rotella 15-40 from Wallmart!
2006 WINNEBAGO ASPECT 29H Ford E450 Super Duty
2018 F150 Lariat Crew Cab, Coyote 5.0 L RWD

sailor_lou
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On all my engines (car, truck, boat or MOHO) oil at Walmart, but filters always from the OEM.

Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy

gtp
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For Triton V-10, what is the best way to actually get the oil into the engine? Siphon? Flexible funnel?

PastorCharlie
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2008 Triton V-10 5-20 Motorcraft oil and filter. I use Motorcraft oil and filters in all my vehicles and change according to recommend mileage. Buy by case or 5 quart containers saves on cost.

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mfitz709
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thanks David enjoy your day.
Mike, Judy, & Izzy the spoiled dog.
2005 31'Fleetwood Jamboree

"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead, where there is no path and leave a trail." Ralph Waldo Emerson

topflite51
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Once a year with Mobil I 10w40 extended from Wallyworld and Napa Gold filter. Do it in the fall when putting MH away for winter.
:CDavid
Just rolling along enjoying life
w/F53 Southwind towing a 87 Samurai or 01 Grand Vitara looking to fish
Simply Despicable ๐Ÿ˜›
Any errors are a result of CRS.:s

dan-nickie
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06Fargo wrote:
Fleetguard filters for our Cummins engine.

Question for low mileage folks - if the oil you use has high corrosion inhibiting factors why drain it early?


I believe the question was about gas V10 engines.
And I didn't read anyone mention the mileage they changed at. :h
Dan and Nickie
2014 Forest River Berkshire 390RB

noteven
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Fleetguard filters for our Cummins engine.

Question for low mileage folks - if the oil you use has high corrosion inhibiting factors why drain it early?

frankdamp
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Getting rid of the old oil is such a chore in WA that I gave up on changing my own. For once a year or 7500 miles (on the car) and once a year on the RV, it's not worth the mess and hassle to me to DIY.
Frank Damp, DW - Eileen, pet - female Labrador (10 yrs old), location Anacortes, WA, retired RVers (since Dec 2014)

magik235
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I use Castrol Edge synthetic with Wix filters.