First oil change -- what mileage are you doing it at?

[Zig]

Did my initial at about 1200 miles, 1900 kms. Replaced with 5W30, Pennzoil Ultra Platinum (PUP).

Skye won't be seeing a lot of miles. I'll be changing once a year. I rely on the Ford Intelligent Oil Life Monitor.

Some break-in and engine oil analysis insight.

I've had zero issues of any kind. No oil burning. No ticking. No change in power or behavior.

For those interested in oil analysis, most people use Blackstone. You can receive an analysis kit for free and set that aside for the first oil change. Once you have a sample, you can pay over the Internet for a lab and send the sample in. In two weeks or so, you'll get the results.

I did an initial, for confidence things were well. All results were nominal. I'll be doing another this season.

Regarding the viscosity statement in the analysis below, I believe this is a tell that the factory fill is not off-the-shelf, that there are additives, to assist with break-in. Many have commented previously, in multiple forums, Ford uses XL-17 or something of the sort. While I do not have insight into the factory fill, I do feel something is complimenting the "regular" oil we buy in the store.

Regarding the high levels of copper on new engines, many Ford owners have reported same. It's a common characteristic.



Explaining Higher-Than-Expected Copper (Only) In Oil Sample

https://stratson.eu/high-copper-levels-used-oil-analysis/

"Copper is a soft malleable metal that is used in a wide variety of applications. It is non-abrasive and helps prevent wear. The appearance of Copper in a used oil analysis should not be cause for alarm or repair unless other abrasive wear metal such as iron, aluminum, chromium, etc. are present at higher than normal levels. There are several possible sources for high Copper levels. Leaching as mentioned before from oil coolers, leaks from cooling systems, external contaminates, an oil additive, or from excessive wear. In all of these cases, other metals, materials and contaminates will be present."

Why the choice for pup instead of ford branded?

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[Skye]

Why the choice for pup instead of ford branded?

Selecting oil brands and types can lead to some animated discussions, much of which is backed by anecdotal information.

When considering oil brands, virtually everyone with a Coyote had a positive comment about PUP. Is it superior? IDK. The product is designed towards performance engines and driving. Owner comments give me confidence. It was a personal preference, a brand preference.

Is the factory oil good? Yes, as millions of owners can attest. Many owners, still with factory warranty, will only use Ford branded products. Nothing wrong with that.

If selecting the Ford oil, I would pay up for their synthetic. I do believe in the benefits of synthetics.

Along with Ford and PUP, there are a lot of great oils out there. My general recommendation to anyone is to 1) find something that meets the factory specifications and use it consistently (not changing oil brands to the flavor of the month), 2) use synthetics if at all possible, 3) follow the factory maintenance schedule.

Regarding my comment of changing oil brands often, there's like 1/2 quart, 1/2 liter of oil, if not more, that remains in the galleys, coolers and connections at every oil change. If changing oil brands often, I just don't care for that. Find a brand/type that you like which meets factory specs and continue to use it.

 

[Zig]

Selecting oil brands and types can lead to some animated discussions, much of which is backed by anecdotal information.

Had to smile when reading this part. So very true. Thanks. Now back to reading the rest …..

 

[DevilDog]

Tons of manufacturers say you're safe to go 10,000-15,000 with synthetic oil changes nowadays. I can't bring myself to go that far, I don't care what the manufacturer says.

I'm with you. I had a Mercedes a number of years ago and the recommended oil change was 10,000 miles if my memory serves me correct. It didn't have a dipstick either, which drove me nuts.

 

[Zig]

…didn't have a dipstick either, which drove me nuts.

Didn’t have one because the owners were assumed to be one. …. Sorry, j/k

 

[DevilDog]

Didn’t have one because the owners were assumed to be one. …. Sorry, j/k

I didn't keep it very long. I felt out of place when I took it in for service. Too many women carrying poodles and guys in suits carrying briefcases. Not my style.

 

[dollybud]

Tons of manufacturers say you're safe to go 10,000-15,000 with synthetic oil changes nowadays. I can't bring myself to go that far, I don't care what the manufacturer says.

Agree. It’s all about piece of mind knowing you done the best for your high performance engine.

 

[REV745DH24]

How many miles are you all planning on going until your first oil change.
I have always done the first one at 800-1000 miles. The dealer said 5000. While I plan on changing it every 3000 going forward, I was just wondering if anyone else plans on doing the first one sooner than what's recommended?

 

[REV745DH24]

How many miles are you all planning on going until your first oil change.
I have always done the first one at 800-1000 miles. The dealer said 5000. While I plan on changing it every 3000 going forward, I was just wondering if anyone else plans on doing the first one sooner than what's recommended?

I usually change oul on the first 1000 miles and after that 3000 miles! First 1000 would be easy miles and after that little rougher 3000 miles and so forth!

 

[Zig]

I didn't keep it very long. I felt out of place when I took it in for service. Too many women carrying poodles and guys in suits carrying briefcases. Not my style.

Ah, yeah, understood. at times that little jingle runs through my head in those scenarios. upper crust high society… ballroom notoriety….

 

[REV745DH24]

Why the choice for pup instead of ford branded?

Interesting article and good info to learn from it! Thanks for the great info, I’m intrigued by it! Might as well experiment some oils from time to time!

 

[S650 GT]

If I would change oil every 3000 miles, I would have to change oil every 2 months lol.

 

[missenow2011]

Ditto. 1000 miles after break in, then every 6 months with full synthetic. I won't drive over 3000 miles in that time frame.

I'm learning so much from these forum posts. Thank you.

 

[REV745DH24]

Agree. It’s all about piece of mind knowing you done the best for your high performance engine.

In fact, I uses Mobil synthetic oil on my 2003 Cobra and have no qualms about it !

 

[papaD]

Ah, yeah, understood. at times that little jingle runs through my head in those scenarios. upper crust high society… ballroom notoriety….

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