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When to switch to synthetic oil?

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CaliLifeStyle

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At what mileage should you be able to switch to synthetic oil? I have 4000 miles and need an oil change. My dad told me to use synthetic oil like Royal Purple cuz I could get more power. Would it be cool to do this with so little miles on it?
 

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You can change any time........
 

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CaliLifeStyle said:
At what mileage should you be able to switch to synthetic oil? I have 4000 miles and need an oil change. My dad told me to use synthetic oil like Royal Purple cuz I could get more power. Would it be cool to do this with so little miles on it?
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its ok to change to synthetic after 1000 miles. i love royal purple and recommmend that.
 

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Cool thanks. That's all I needed to know.
 
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