Costco Members: 4-Pk 5-Qt Kirkland Signature Full Synthetic Motor Oil (various)

tupelohoney

Aug 31, 2023 08:56 PM

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tupelohoneyAug 31, 2023 08:56 PM

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Quote from sovandara_chea

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I have mixed feelings about dealer. Not sure if you noticed but the dealer only change oil every 10k so, you don't really getting oil change on the 5k. Don't listen to their bull about new car doesn't need less than 10k per oil change. Oil is cheap, your car engine isn't

I swear the dealers are saying this so that they can replace more motors and get paid more.

DJspins

Aug 31, 2023 08:56 PM

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DJspinsAug 31, 2023 08:56 PM

400 Posts

where take coolant used??? Poison

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BradFang

Aug 31, 2023 08:58 PM

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BradFangAug 31, 2023 08:58 PM

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Quote from johndoe35

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$25 for labor? You must live in the South. Where I live Panda Express is paying $22/hr.

Even so, I still wouldn't recommend getting your oil changed there. Though on the other hand you could eat while you wait... 🤔

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Cpshell1

Aug 31, 2023 09:13 PM

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Cpshell1Aug 31, 2023 09:13 PM

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Quote from Marlin1975

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If you're doing your own oil changes make a large order from rockauto.com for filters.

Buy a 6 pack of oil, an air filter, a cabin filter, etc... so they all ship together. Cheaper and good selection if you're picky.

I agree with this. One thing to be on the lookout for is when they try to sneak in a different warehouse for the shipment of other parts (air, cabin filter, etc.) and charge double shipping. While their pricing is great, they are sneaking bastards with the shipping game.

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mav1178

Aug 31, 2023 09:14 PM

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mav1178Aug 31, 2023 09:14 PM

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Quote from Cpshell1

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I agree with this. One thing to be on the lookout for is when they try to sneak in a different warehouse for the shipment of other parts (air, cabin filter, etc.) and charge double shipping. While their pricing is great, they are sneaking bastards with the shipping game.

can't say it is a sneaky situation when they ship from multiple locations across the US. they charge based on number of packages shipped.

yuletak

Aug 31, 2023 09:15 PM

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yuletakAug 31, 2023 09:15 PM

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Quote from DJspins

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where take coolant used??? Poison

Check your local auto parts stores, waste/recycle center, etc. Where I live, the county recycler takes all kinds of hazardous wastes.

sovandara_chea

Aug 31, 2023 09:32 PM

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sovandara_cheaAug 31, 2023 09:32 PM

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Quote from SensibleNarwhal464

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Everyone says how easy it is to do it yourself but never mentions disposing of the used oil.

Save them back in the same container and drop them off at Autos stores (ex: AutoZone...)

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Action101

Aug 31, 2023 09:34 PM

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Action101Aug 31, 2023 09:34 PM

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It's 8-10 bucks around for oil change, oil and filter not included.

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duc135

Aug 31, 2023 09:49 PM

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duc135Aug 31, 2023 09:49 PM

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Quote from chrisaf69

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Wal Mart oil changes are in the same category as Jiffy Lube oil changes. Do you really want to risk it?

I personally know of people who have horror stories at both (forget to put plug back on, antifreeze instead of oil, caught their engine on fire (seriously), etc).

Either take to a reputable shop or do yourself for the peice of mind.

Stealerships are, often times, no better. I changed the oil on my sister-in-law's Lexus after telling her to stop taking it to the dealership. The previous mechanic must have used an impact gun set to maximum torque on the filter cap. First, I tried using a standard 3/8" ratchet which has always worked on all other vehicles. No luck, so I stepped up to a 1/2" ratchet. Still nothing. Worse yet, it cracked the plastic cap making it useless. Since it was cracked, I took out my 1/2" impact and it still wouldn't budge. It actually shattered the cheap, chineseum steel oil filter socket.

I had to run to the auto parts store to buy a new steel tool and filter cap. It took my full weight on the end of a breaker bar with extension out to 3' to finally break the cap loose. There is absolutely no reason for them to have tightened it to that extent. I inspected the threads on the cap and engine and the threads did not appear to be damaged.

On a positive note, I did score a MAC Tools 23mm combination wrench and panel pry tool from the dealership. Previous Toyota mechanic left them on the aero covers underneath my brother-in-law's SUV when they replaced the 02 sensor over 3 years ago. Of course, they used the wrong sized wrench to do it. I'm no sure how my brother-in-law was able to drive his SUV 70+ miles a day without knowing those things were down there. I was able to hear them sliding and clanging around just lifting the SUV with my floor jack.

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duc135

Aug 31, 2023 09:56 PM

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duc135Aug 31, 2023 09:56 PM

619 Posts

I have not had to buy oil filters for years. Check you local auto parts stores. Mine has a program once or twice a year where they partner with some environmental group that provides free oil change kits. I get a catch container, rag and funnel in the kit they provide. Nothing more than filling out your name and address on their sign in sheet. If you bring in a used oil filter, they give you a coupon to redeem for a new oil filter valued less than $13 or something like that.

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Catfish500

Aug 31, 2023 09:59 PM

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Catfish500Aug 31, 2023 09:59 PM

130 Posts

I can usually get a Fram filter at Walmart for around $4.50 and so with this 5 quarts costing $16, I can perform an oil change at home for about 21 bucks. Not a bad deal at all for a synthetic.

jqsmooth

Aug 31, 2023 10:12 PM

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jqsmoothAug 31, 2023 10:12 PM

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Quote from mav1178

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price is still the same in the warehouse, just online is slightly more.

$2 more than buying 2x of the 2-pack in the store. free shipping. up to you if the extra $2 offsets your own time/gas spent driving to a local store or not.

I returned 2 boxes I had from last deal. They refunded at regular price. I had purchased 2 when it was not on sale(I was in a pinch). Just ordered 2 more(even though it's $2 more) plus other items using online coupon + gift card from the groupon deal. Just did a change today. Feels so satisfying to a) diy and b) not get ripped off. I dispose the oil at Autozone.

Last edited by jqsmooth August 31, 2023 at 04:21 PM.

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xazzu

Aug 31, 2023 10:19 PM

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xazzuAug 31, 2023 10:19 PM

973 Posts

The image looks like Gen 2, if anyone cares.

jcnix

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Aug 31, 2023 10:23 PM

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jcnix

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Aug 31, 2023 10:23 PM

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Quote from chrisaf69

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Wal Mart oil changes are in the same category as Jiffy Lube oil changes. Do you really want to risk it?

I personally know of people who have horror stories at both (forget to put plug back on, antifreeze instead of oil, caught their engine on fire (seriously), etc).

Either take to a reputable shop or do yourself for the peice of mind.

Yup, worked at a repair shop in the late 90s. We saw 2 or 3 cars a month for oil pan replacements because the Walmart down the street stripped the threads on the drain plug. I distinctly remember one that dropped the plug and poured all of the oil out as he was driving away. WM paid us to replace the pan, but after doing that and starting it, the engine had a knock so they towed it out of there. No idea if WM paid for another shop to repair or replace the engine.

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