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Synthetic to Conventional Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine Troubleshooting csloftis New User Oct 21, 2011, 5:23 PM Post #1 of 4 (1142 views) Synthetic to Conventional Sign In I have a 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue with 120,000 miles. While I was on vacation, my boyfriend had the oil changed and put conventional in it. Today, we noticed a piece of paper taped under the hood saying it's only had synthetic. A friend of mine is telling me that going from synthetic to conventional will cause my engine to blow. Everything else I've seen online says switching won't be an issue. Can I get an opinion on this? Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Oct 21, 2011, 5:27 PM Post #2 of 4 (1135 views) Re: Synthetic to Conventional Sign In It's preferred not to keep switching but there won't be a problem to switch it back. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Oct 21, 2011, 5:49 PM Post #3 of 4 (1115 views) Re: Synthetic to Conventional Sign In I agree. As long as you use the same recommend viscosity oil, you shouldn't have any problems. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Oct 23, 2011, 8:07 AM Post #4 of 4 (1077 views) Re: Synthetic to Conventional Sign In Ditto - they are said to be compatible back and forth. I like synthetic oils but IMO either are fine on time, T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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