Changing Oil Types

I am looking to change to Fully Synthetic Oil, do I need to empty the existing oil from the tank or can I just let it get low and then fill it up with the New Synthetic.

Thanks in Advance

Martin

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No

Tue, 2013-06-11 20:51

 Answer:

No ! they are not compatible together ! ther lubrication properties are different and they don't mix well toggether !
as per Wiki answers
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you need to empty all oil

Tue, 2013-06-11 21:07

 and change your filters! but before going synthetic ask your mechanic if its worth while!

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how are you going to change

Tue, 2013-06-11 21:25

how are you going to change oils WITHOUT emptying it?

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 I suspect Ambiance has a 2

Wed, 2013-06-12 07:32

 I suspect Ambiance has a 2 stroke?

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Found A good link the other day

Wed, 2013-06-12 09:39

 That explains in simple terms the difference in oils

http://www.badasscars.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=product/product_id=102/prd102.htm

i know there talking cars but the theory is the same

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Good Read Scott

Wed, 2013-06-12 09:49

 That shed some light on the matter,  a good read that Scott, thanks for sharing.

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Thanks Guys

Thu, 2013-06-13 20:53

Looks like a job after the next trip

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 That's a bloody good read

Thu, 2013-06-13 21:17

 That's a bloody good read Scott. As they sat Oils aint oils!

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