What did you do to your NNBS GMT900 Tahoe/Yukon Today?

[Doubeleive]

mine does not leak or use a drop, however I habitually check it about every 2 weeks, i also get under the truck and check for leaks and worn or missing parts about once a month. i drive it like I stole it so I have to keep it maintained properly.

 

[Fless]

I'm sure I will get nailed to a cross for this, but who actually checks their oil with a dipstick. I never even check it. I change the oil at 4-5k and go about my day. Never bother checking how much the dipstick says is in there. Drain it, put new filter on and add 6 gal of synthetic and be done with it.

You're spending way more than you need to on oil. Try 6 qts next time, and send me all the money you save.

 

[Kee Fuller]

You're spending way more than you need to on oil. Try 6 qts next time.

Ha!

 

[osiris94ej]

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[iamdub]

I'm sure I will get nailed to a cross for this, but who actually checks their oil with a dipstick. I never even check it. I change the oil at 4-5k and go about my day. Never bother checking how much the dipstick says is in there. Drain it, put new filter on and add 6 gal of synthetic and be done with it.

Typical woman...

 

[CHOO CHOO]

You're spending way more than you need to on oil. Try 6 qts next time, and send me all the money you save.

Haha you got me on that one. It is 6 qts not gallons. But seriously though, what's the point. I get it, there are alot of enthusiasts here, passionate, whatever you want to call it. But if you change your oil regularly and check for spots underneath, then is it really necessary?

I see no need to. I don't drive like a mad man, but I get on it every now and then. A lot of city driving/stop and go. 157k and still no issues that I know of regarding oil consumption. I add about a qt after 4k miles when the light tells me low oil and then change it at 5k. It's been like that since I bought it at 60k miles.

Not trying to argue, just honestly see no real benefits of it besides personal preference/gratification.

 

[Doubeleive]

Haha you got me on that one. It is 6 qts not gallons. But seriously though, what's the point. I get it, there are alot of enthusiasts here, passionate, whatever you want to call it. But if you change your oil regularly and check for spots underneath, then is it really necessary?

I see no need to. I don't drive like a mad man, but I get on it every now and then. A lot of city driving/stop and go. 157k and still no issues that I know of regarding oil consumption. I add about a qt after 4k miles when the light tells me low oil and then change it at 5k. It's been like that since I bought it at 60k miles.

Not trying to argue, just honestly see no real benefits of it besides personal preference/gratification.

for me it's just routine, while I am getting gas i will occasionally pop the hood check the oil, look at my belts, look for anything unusual, worn or rubbing hoses or lines, coolant leaks, look at my brake fluid level, power steering, etc I learned a long time ago if I take care of my vehicle it is likely to take care of me. I also do the same thing if I have it worked on anywhere I look under the hood to verify work was performed, check for loose or missing parts, mostly I have found tools a couple times loose connectors, the engine cover was missing one time

 

[Sam Harris]

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Well. I see it was on a lift.. those tires don’t look new.. looks like there may be a small puddle of something (oil?) under there.. wanna tell us what you did?

 

[osiris94ej]

Well. I see it was on a lift.. those tires don’t look new.. looks like there may be a small puddle of something (oil?) under there.. wanna tell us what you did?

Using another tech's bay. Oil not from mine. Put new wheels on my wife's Yukon. Used the tires from my tahoe LTZ 20's from mine when i got my 22's.

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[Sam Harris]

Using another tech's bay. Oil not from mine. Put new wheels on my wife's Yukon. Used the tires from my tahoe LTZ 20's from mine when i got my 22's.

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Wheels look the same to me..?

 

[osiris94ej]

Wheels look the same to me..?

Before

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[Sam Harris]

Before

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Ok. Much better. [emoji106]

 

[CHOO CHOO]

Drove it to work and didn't check the dipstick

 

[HiHoeSilver]

Haha you got me on that one. It is 6 qts not gallons. But seriously though, what's the point. I get it, there are alot of enthusiasts here, passionate, whatever you want to call it. But if you change your oil regularly and check for spots underneath, then is it really necessary?

I see no need to. I don't drive like a mad man, but I get on it every now and then. A lot of city driving/stop and go. 157k and still no issues that I know of regarding oil consumption. I add about a qt after 4k miles when the light tells me low oil and then change it at 5k. It's been like that since I bought it at 60k miles.

Not trying to argue, just honestly see no real benefits of it besides personal preference/gratification.

Here's my thing.... And you said it yourself.
"that I know of". How would you know if you don't check? If you're getting a light ...
1. You're obviously consuming or leaking oil at some rate.
2. You're WAY low.
That's a dummy light for a reason. It's not saying "hey you're down a little" it's saying "hey! You're causing damage"

Do you keep track of how much you take out when you do change it? I'm betting it's 4.5 qts at best (even with your makeup qt) if you're getting a low oil message.

Not arguing, either, but my heart is hurting for your truck.

 

[gooffeyguy]

Haha you got me on that one. It is 6 qts not gallons. But seriously though, what's the point. I get it, there are alot of enthusiasts here, passionate, whatever you want to call it. But if you change your oil regularly and check for spots underneath, then is it really necessary?

I see no need to. I don't drive like a mad man, but I get on it every now and then. A lot of city driving/stop and go. 157k and still no issues that I know of regarding oil consumption. I add about a qt after 4k miles when the light tells me low oil and then change it at 5k. It's been like that since I bought it at 60k miles.

Not trying to argue, just honestly see no real benefits of it besides personal preference/gratification.

If you don't use the dipstick, how do you know how much to add when the low oil light comes on?

 

[Doubeleive]

If you don't use the dipstick, how do you know how much to add when the low oil light comes on?

ya, I didn't see that part, my nbs used a little bit of oil with the first engine, I neglected once to add a qt after about 2k miles, when the low oil light came on to remind me I was 2qt low

 

[Rocket Man]

Drove it to work and didn't check the dipstick

Who cares. All I know is I’d never buy a used vehicle from you.

 

[R3cord303]

Speaking of oil- i changed mine yesterday. Got the updated drivers side valve cover installed too. I just bought this about three weeks ago- an 07 Tahoe LTZ. It burned about a quart every thousand miles so hopefully with this new valve cover it wont be sucking as much thru the PCV.

 

[CHOO CHOO]

Who cares. All I know is I’d never buy a used vehicle from you.

So you wouldn't buy a vehicle from me because I follow basic oil changing guidelines? That sounds kinda silly. 3-5k change your oil and filter. Unless you know something different, seems kinda silly. Because I am not a guru or enthusiast, you assume I'm a bad vehicle owner? I follow almost all basic guidelines and what the manual says to do.

And if you are buying a used vehicle, unless you get a certified dealership vehicle or someone who can prove with receipts what has been done and serviced you are taking a risk.

I'm not perfect and or that knowledgeable with vehicles tbh, but I follow the basic guidelines of the manual and what I know needs done. Have I made mistakes or missed something, of course. But everyone does. Hell, I am in love with your crewcab, but it still has issues. So does that make you a bad owner? Of course not.

Just because I don't check a dipstick doesn't mean i'm a bad owner. Come on man.....

 

[CHOO CHOO]

Found this old thread about oil consumption and low oil

https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?ur...&share_tid=17814&share_fid=17772&share_type=t