"Mark Barrett" > wrote in message
>
> Make sure you have an oil filter wrench that fits well. I prefer
> the strap wrench but the plastic socket that fits over the end also
> works. If you do your own oil changes you will get a quick feel on
> how best to get the filter off. I've always thought my Explorer was
> the easiest vehicle to change the oil on. Mine has over 245000 miles
> and I've changed the oil every 3000 miles, ie. I've performed over 80
> oil changes on this one vehicle. I've always liked that I don't have
> to jack up the Explorer to gain access to the filter.
> Mark
>
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What model do you have?

My current one is 2000 limited AWD V8 with 98354 miles on it. Used to have a
94 EB 4X4

When I got it with ~50k miles, it was using Mobil super syn. and I always
change my oil and filter.

It is easy for me to get under the vehicle and in fact I might change it
this week ...
......I shoot for about ~ every 5k between changes even though the synthetic
oil claims you can go much
more than that between changes.

Any one have thoughts on that?


fathergoose