Oil Change: DIY (How Long?) or Pay $80? - Page 2 - LotusTalk

CalBears92 · 11-06-2007, 01:27 PM

Unless you have a ramp, the most difficult part of the oil change is lining the service pan back up and buttoning it up. I had to get someone else to steady the service pan before I was able to button it up. Unless you can get completely underneath the car, it is not easy.

An oil change in the Elise is a pain in the ass. Much worse than a Boxster. Unbolting and bolting the pan back up takes longer than the oil change itself.

It can be done,
but it's not fun.

zOOmz · 11-06-2007, 02:04 PM

Wow! I almost missed an oyster containing thread!

I love raw oysters! Cold, fresh and still filtering.

They are kind of like JELLO from the sea.

kestrel74 · 11-06-2007, 02:16 PM

80 bucks with some valvolene 10W30 and a Fram filter from K Mart...... I really don't think you can do it yourself for that much with some good oil & filter

RoadDad · 11-06-2007, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kestrel74

80 bucks with some valvolene 10W30 and a Fram filter from K Mart...... I really don't think you can do it yourself for that much with some good oil & filter

I'm using Havoline Synthetic 5W40 (Lotus Recommended) and K&N filter and I'm paying ~$50 for the DIY job.

arcticlighting · 11-06-2007, 05:06 PM

Since this is a toyota engine can you get the filters from a toyota dealer? Find out from them what to use or can you go to the toyota dealer. I know it may be a bit embarassing but should work, right?

RoadDad · 11-06-2007, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arcticlighting

Since this is a toyota engine can you get the filters from a toyota dealer?

Yes, but the part numbers keep changing.
http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/show...2&postcount=15
Edit: The K&N 2009 has worked nicely for many but does cost "a bit" more. I pay about $12 at Advance Auto.

Green Ghost · 11-06-2007, 11:52 PM

If you like oysters just snort real good, you may find one.
A little cilantro, lime, maybe a small dash of Tabasco, yum!

I’m sorry but it really does looks like big snot on a shell.

As for the oil change let us know where you are going to be and I’m sure some one here can help or point out a safe shop. Or just do the oil change early, no harm in that.

Kevin

Bane · 11-07-2007, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kestrel74

80 bucks with some valvolene 10W30 and a Fram filter from K Mart...... I really don't think you can do it yourself for that much with some good oil & filter

I use 6 quarts of Redline 5W-40 and the Toyota filter. It may have a Toyota engine but these cars are rarely driven like one...

Total cost is about $50-60.

$80 for a change with quality stuff is real cheap.

Dmbrown34 · 11-08-2007, 05:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thomasio

I had an "oyster shooter" one time at a nice sushi place, and I gagged so hard that it spit out onto the table and I had to run to the bathroom to spit the rest out. Sick sh*t. I don't get it.

T.

OMG, in college we would have quarter oyster nights at Mike Anderson's near Louisiana State University.

We would order 2 dozen raw oysters. They were great.

2006PolarBlueElise · 11-24-2007, 11:32 AM

I changed my oil myself last weekend with the help of fellow Elise-talk member AZReason (thanks again!!!). It cost a little over $45.00 for 5 quarts of Castro Syntec 5w-40 synthetic oil and the Mobile 1 M1-103 High Efficiency and High Capacity oil filter (both from Autozone). Time-wise and the most effort exerted was in removing and afterward re-attaching the metallic plate underneath... about 13 bolts x2. The oil filter is small and needs a small oil filter wrench if tightened too much. You'll need a drain pan that can hold in excess of 5 quarts, and a container to pour your used oil; like an old 5 quart Oil container.

As others have stated, its good to get in there and learn how to do these basic maintenance procedures on your own. You'll not only save money, but you can ensure that the job is being done carefully and correctly. In addition, you'll learn more about your car as well, which is priceless!!!

ZAMMY1 · 11-24-2007, 03:09 PM

buy the air and oil filters from toyota,they're the same as the corolla XRS.
after all, it's the same powertrain......

waydui · 11-26-2007, 06:50 PM

I changed mine this weekend with a special deal on oil and filter from Auto Zone.

Got 5 quarts of Mobil 1 5W-40 and a Mobil 1 M1-209 Oil Filter for $29.88.

Can't beat that!

Actually the more practice you get with the lower panel, the easier and faster it is to take off. Oil change now takes me about 35-40 minutes.

Regards,
Wayne

2006PolarBlueElise · 11-26-2007, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waydui

I changed mine this weekend with a special deal on oil and filter from Auto Zone.

Got 5 quarts of Mobil 1 5W-40 and a Mobil 1 M1-209 Oil Filter for $29.88.

Can't beat that!

Actually the more practice you get with the lower panel, the easier and faster it is to take off. Oil change now takes me about 35-40 minutes.

Regards,
Wayne

Wow! Damn good price!!!

You're right. That an awesome price to beat!

11-06-2007, 01:27 PM	#21 (permalink)
CalBears92 Monkey Tuned! Join Date: May 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 507 Images: 3	Oil Change Unless you have a ramp, the most difficult part of the oil change is lining the service pan back up and buttoning it up. I had to get someone else to steady the service pan before I was able to button it up. Unless you can get completely underneath the car, it is not easy. An oil change in the Elise is a pain in the ass. Much worse than a Boxster. Unbolting and bolting the pan back up takes longer than the oil change itself. It can be done, but it's not fun.

11-06-2007, 02:16 PM	#23 (permalink)
kestrel74 G-200 Driver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North of Detroit; Watkins Glen, NY Posts: 9,515	80 bucks with some valvolene 10W30 and a Fram filter from K Mart...... I really don't think you can do it yourself for that much with some good oil & filter __________________ 74 Europa Zetec TC Special 3614R Elise #2292 / Chrome Orange !! / Starshield / Nitron Sport SA / RTDbrace / Uprights machined / Down Low rails / ChaseCam / V1 / SS lines w/ R4-S / G-Pan / Rota-Hoosier R6 / "My daily driver does .85 Mach" " I started flying when Sex was safe and Hang Gliding was dangerous " BUY My Europa ! http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f94/...pa-sale-43829/

11-06-2007, 05:06 PM	#25 (permalink)
arcticlighting Exige rebuild Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spokane, Washington Posts: 92	oil change Since this is a toyota engine can you get the filters from a toyota dealer? Find out from them what to use or can you go to the toyota dealer. I know it may be a bit embarassing but should work, right?

11-24-2007, 11:32 AM	#30 (permalink)
2006PolarBlueElise AZ Classic Car Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: southeast of Phoenix AZ Posts: 350	Do it yourself! I changed my oil myself last weekend with the help of fellow Elise-talk member AZReason (thanks again!!!). It cost a little over $45.00 for 5 quarts of Castro Syntec 5w-40 synthetic oil and the Mobile 1 M1-103 High Efficiency and High Capacity oil filter (both from Autozone). Time-wise and the most effort exerted was in removing and afterward re-attaching the metallic plate underneath... about 13 bolts x2. The oil filter is small and needs a small oil filter wrench if tightened too much. You'll need a drain pan that can hold in excess of 5 quarts, and a container to pour your used oil; like an old 5 quart Oil container. As others have stated, its good to get in there and learn how to do these basic maintenance procedures on your own. You'll not only save money, but you can ensure that the job is being done carefully and correctly. In addition, you'll learn more about your car as well, which is priceless!!! __________________ 2009 Ford Fusion SE 2006 Elise 2000 Honda CRV 1992 Dodge Stealth 1990 Kawasaki Vulcan Motorcycle 1953 Packard Clipper & 1940 Packard 110 Sedan

11-26-2007, 06:50 PM	#32 (permalink)
waydui GR8 SCAPE Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Kirtland, Ohio Posts: 1,218	DIY is Cheaper I changed mine this weekend with a special deal on oil and filter from Auto Zone. Got 5 quarts of Mobil 1 5W-40 and a Mobil 1 M1-209 Oil Filter for $29.88. Can't beat that! Actually the more practice you get with the lower panel, the easier and faster it is to take off. Oil change now takes me about 35-40 minutes. Regards, Wayne __________________ _______________________ '05 Elise Magnetic Blue, Black, Touring, Hard Top, Star Shield, Stage II Exhaust, Arqray decat pipe, S2 Front Splitter (UK), Sector 111 Rear Tow Hook, Driving Lights, De-Snorkled, K&N Air Filter, Shift-I System, LSS Dampers & Springs, Sector 111 V-Bar, Schroth Profi II 5 point harness, Exige S Probax seats, 1/4 turn undertray screws, Stealth bulbs, BWR SC with PES tune, Innovative engine mounts, SS brake lines.

11-06-2007, 02:04 PM	#22 (permalink)
zOOmz Guest Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: San Diego Posts: 9,682 Images: 42	Wow! I almost missed an oyster containing thread! I love raw oysters! Cold, fresh and still filtering. They are kind of like JELLO from the sea.

11-06-2007, 11:52 PM	#27 (permalink)
Green Ghost Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: orange county Posts: 1,188 Images: 26	If you like oysters just snort real good, you may find one. A little cilantro, lime, maybe a small dash of Tabasco, yum! I’m sorry but it really does looks like big snot on a shell. As for the oil change let us know where you are going to be and I’m sure some one here can help or point out a safe shop. Or just do the oil change early, no harm in that. Kevin

11-24-2007, 03:09 PM	#31 (permalink)
ZAMMY1 ZAMMY Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: washington, pa, (near PGH.) Posts: 1,559	buy the air and oil filters from toyota,they're the same as the corolla XRS. after all, it's the same powertrain......

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