mel3535

need to get a oil change done, DIC says at 33% and cars send "Low oil level" messages in the DIC today

DUMAN

Abel Chevrolet in Rio Vista talk to Richie. they are the best

bobmoore2

the local Jiffy Lube. Anybody can do an oil change. You don't need the best mechanic to do it, unless you like spending lotsa money.

bullitt4110

mickey_7106

Add 1 or 2 quarts of oil?

DUMAN

yeah-- no way way to many times have i had to replace the plug on my truck cuz it was over tightened or no I didn't use Mobil 1 but the other stuff is good too. one of my favorites is. I see you have a K n N you want me to change it? i may not have lotsa money but i will pay for a piece of mind

DUMAN

Boomer111

Your pretty close to Newtech. Forum sponsor.

RichieRichZ06

There, I fixed it for ya.

You would be amazed at the stuff we see after cars come in after a "jiffy lube" oil change.

LS WON

Go see Ritchie give him a call (Parts Manager) at Abel Chev. in Rio Vista just off the bridge by the water.

Steve@RSD

Able Chevrolet, Rio Vista, Ca
If you go at the right time of the day, Richie will let you buy him lunch too

doje

Hey Richie,
I'm not saying we should be taking our Corvettes to Jiffy Lube, but your comment about "fix damaged rocker panels from improper lifting" perplexes me. I've never seen a Jiffy Lube that used a lift to change oil. They all have underground pits.

RichieRichZ06

I wasn't just talking about Jiffy Lubes specifically, but also the mom and pop shops that don't have a clue what a lifting puck is. I'm also not saying that you should always use a dealer, but just go somewhere that will at least let all the oil drain out before shoving the drain plug back in.

doje

Now, to the OP - based on your location and just needing an oil change, I would go to Newtech in Hayward. For more complicated items, you will have to decide who is the best for your needs. If you are doing crazy mods, Newtech can do these as well. If you are doing stock replacement items or warranty work, I wouldn't hesitate to drive all the way up to Richie. It just depends on what your needs are.

streetpix

>>> but just go somewhere that will at least let all the oil drain out before shoving the drain plug back in.

Heh, this is what I was greeted with popping the hood a few days after my first oil change at another dealer.

http://pages.sbcglobal.net/b-evans/Images50/OilCap.jpg

I go to Abel now, about 80 miles, but I like the trip up to the Delta...

DUMAN

this sucks i would be pissed.



I guess anyone can change the oil but, only top mechanics replace the oil cap.


is it a special request to replace the cap?

LS WON

Bring fishing pole with you while you are waiting.

Wicked_Z06

I work at carmax, and they do it for me. We use the proper jacking pucks, and it costs me penny's on the dollar. I used to use FFP, but now I don't need to spend $80... lol.

CA C6 Fan

No offense to anyone, however, proximity and work scedules sometime dictate what kind of choices you have. Rio Vista is a long drive. Some folks also work during the week and Able doesn't have weekend service. So I think if you have a local guy you trust (and I do), you have to weigh all the variables.

I use Rick @ Synergy in Fremont (although he is no longer a CF sponsor - he used to be, however). He works most Saturdays, knows most 'Vettes in and out and he's a very nice guy as well. He does all my oil changes and other asundry (non-warranty) work on my C6. I trust him implicitly. My 2-cents?

FWIW, I use Dublin Chevy/Caddy/Hummer for all my warranty work. They're open on Saturdays and seem to have their stuff together. Chris is the Corvette tech there (originally from Stead Chevy/WC). He's quite an impressive young man, IMHO.

jabez

I would hit a Jiffy Lube too if you can't do it yourself.Expect it to be around 75 bucks Buy an oil plug with quick drain valve so you don't have to worry about overighten plugs.