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redline_13000
10-20-2002, 04:38 AM
hey all...i recently got an oil change done on my jimmy..i got my oil switched from conventional to synthetic..i then heard that i wont be able to go back to conventional...or else my engine will get fucked up..is this true?:dunno: thanks

DSM Power
10-21-2002, 12:30 AM
Why would you want to switch back to conventional now anyway? :dunno:

Davetronz
10-21-2002, 12:57 AM
Originally posted by DSM Power
Why would you want to switch back to conventional now anyway? :dunno:
I would assume its cost related.....

My dad went from syntec to conventional today in his truck. I shook my head......

redline_13000
10-21-2002, 02:45 PM
Originally posted by TurboDSM

I would assume its cost related.....

My dad went from syntec to conventional today in his truck. I shook my head......

yes its mostly cost related..i heard that i wouldnt be able to switch back AFTER i had it changed:banghead: ..what will happen if i do?

Weapon_R
10-21-2002, 03:18 PM
I wouldn't do it if I were you. Too many complaints of engine problems after going back to conventional.

ecstasy_civic
10-22-2002, 12:37 PM
who told you you couldnt go back??????

Pole Position
10-23-2002, 10:10 PM
I want to hear this too? I haven't read anything about going back to conventional is not good. :banghead:

I know people who go back, and nothing happen.

Alpine Autowerks
10-23-2002, 10:25 PM
there is no problem flipping back n' forth