2000 Honda Odyssey question about oil

2000 HONDA ODYSSEY
97,050 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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2000 Honda Odyssey mileage: 97,050. Is one oil better than another? Synthetic vs. Petroleum base? I know that car makers say to change every 7500 miles but I have been a 2500-3000 mile oil changer. Is the 7500-mile new rule for environmental purposes or can the oil withstand the pressures longer.

Dec 22, 2010 at 10:12 PM
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Synthetic oils do have a longer life than the petroleum based motor oils. If you change your oil every 3000 miles, you probably will not get any benefit out of the higher priced synthetic oils.
Dec 22, 2010 at 10:13 PM
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