First DIY oil change for my CGT. Any tips?

StormChaser404 · 10-21-2002, 09:56 AM

This coming weekend will be the first time I have ever attempted an oil change on my 87.5 CGT. Usually I just let the dealer to it because they charge only about $25, but I recently changed jobs and that dealer is no longer convenient and the one near by wants OVER $80 for an oil change! So, I'm doing it myself. So any tips (like what size sockets to have on hand) or tricks would be appriciated...

Power5 · 10-21-2002, 12:22 PM

I think the drain plug is a 3/4 or metric equivalant (21mm?)

Drain the oil before removing the filter.

Don't forget to put plug back in before putting new oil in. j/k

If you want a topline synthetic just let me know. I have Amsoil products for sale.

AudiSport4000 · 10-21-2002, 02:07 PM

The oil filter is in a better place and is way easier to drain. On the 4cyl, I have to make a funnel so the oil drips into the pan, and not all over other stuff. Just make sure to use an appropriate filter.

Mike

sagjohnson · 10-21-2002, 04:09 PM

...a Fram oil drain valve. Great little tool that will make oil changes a pleasure. Besides this,

1-add a quart of ATF and run it through your engine for 10 minutes or so till it reaches operating temperature. This cleans it out.
2-if you have the money, use Mobil 1 synthetic
3-use a larger filter for the old diesel volkswagen rabbit
4-clean surface on block where filter mates of all particles
5-moisten rubber seal on new filter with new oil with your finger
6-hand-tighten the filter
7-use an anti-friction treatment like the stuff Lubro-Moly makes. You could also use Restore.

Good luck.

JeromeS. · 10-21-2002, 04:45 PM

CGTBrad · 10-21-2002, 04:46 PM

Quites down the lifters for a little bit... Cleans similar to ATF and smells real good. : )

Cdn Blue Coupe · 10-21-2002, 05:51 PM

Don't do it on a windy day if you are outside unless absolutely necessary. Its a good way to see how much cling your new oil or used oil has is it streams off in fine threads getting on everything!
been there, done that, cleaned up the mess.

On the serious side,, please remember to take the used oil to a proper disposial site (not the ground ousdide someones shop,, you would not believe how far it goes and harm it does once in the soil and water shed.

p.s.,,its a good time to wipe down the engine and start cleaning there and getting to know how things should be arranged while you wait for the oil to drain ( it drains faster and takes more out if you drain it hot )..... call it the zen of coupes!

CGTBrad · 10-21-2002, 08:41 PM

StormChaser404 · 10-22-2002, 05:09 AM

I've been using MM Oil before oil changes for years with all my cars. About a week or two before the change I put in 1/2 quart and drive normally. Then a few days before the change in goes the other 1/2 quart. It works well as a chemical flush, it's a great solvent.

Evilclown · 10-22-2002, 09:28 AM

I just replace a quart of oil with a quart of MM at the oil change, and that does fine until the next change. It doesn't hurt the car at all, and it's actually what they indicate on the bottle.

10-21-2002, 12:22 PM	#2
Power5 Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 1,738	Take off oil cap so it can drain easier. I think the drain plug is a 3/4 or metric equivalant (21mm?) Drain the oil before removing the filter. Don't forget to put plug back in before putting new oil in. j/k If you want a topline synthetic just let me know. I have Amsoil products for sale. __________________ Aaron Cincinnati, OH 2001 TT 225 blk/blk(13.6@98mph w/1.7 60') 3" CB with Flowmaster and H&R Coilovers 1992 Passat Wagon aka: the draggin wagon

10-21-2002, 02:07 PM	#3
AudiSport4000 AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Indiana Posts: 17,032	My 5cyl is easier than my 4cyl.. The oil filter is in a better place and is way easier to drain. On the 4cyl, I have to make a funnel so the oil drips into the pan, and not all over other stuff. Just make sure to use an appropriate filter. Mike

10-21-2002, 04:09 PM	#4
sagjohnson New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 492	Go to Wal-Mart and get... ...a Fram oil drain valve. Great little tool that will make oil changes a pleasure. Besides this, 1-add a quart of ATF and run it through your engine for 10 minutes or so till it reaches operating temperature. This cleans it out. 2-if you have the money, use Mobil 1 synthetic 3-use a larger filter for the old diesel volkswagen rabbit 4-clean surface on block where filter mates of all particles 5-moisten rubber seal on new filter with new oil with your finger 6-hand-tighten the filter 7-use an anti-friction treatment like the stuff Lubro-Moly makes. You could also use Restore. Good luck.

10-21-2002, 04:45 PM	#5
JeromeS. Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 3,462	Ive heard horror stories of "Engine Restore"..Search the forums ;-) __________________ '87 4kcsq. Pretty N Stock..rocking 272k!! '06 Suzuki GSXR1000

10-21-2002, 04:46 PM	#6
CGTBrad AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 8,994	I usually drain off 1 QT and replace it with 1QT Marvel-Mystery for 100 miles or so... Quites down the lifters for a little bit... Cleans similar to ATF and smells real good. : ) __________________ ---------------------------------------- Brad B. Nashville 1987.5 CGT 2.3 Special Build 2001 TT 225

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10-21-2002, 05:51 PM	#7
Cdn Blue Coupe AudiWorld Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 1,326	you forgot.... Don't do it on a windy day if you are outside unless absolutely necessary. Its a good way to see how much cling your new oil or used oil has is it streams off in fine threads getting on everything! been there, done that, cleaned up the mess. On the serious side,, please remember to take the used oil to a proper disposial site (not the ground ousdide someones shop,, you would not believe how far it goes and harm it does once in the soil and water shed. p.s.,,its a good time to wipe down the engine and start cleaning there and getting to know how things should be arranged while you wait for the oil to drain ( it drains faster and takes more out if you drain it hot )..... call it the zen of coupes! __________________ <font color="blue"><big>Cdn Blue Coupe</big> </font> 85 Coupe GT, 2.2 kx, custom cold air intake suspension by boge 87.5 tornado red cancer coupe "who doth givith his organs so that his brothers may live"

10-21-2002, 08:41 PM	#8
CGTBrad AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 8,994	Engine Resore!? Nah - I'm talkin' about good ole Marvel Mystery - oldest trick in the book __________________ ---------------------------------------- Brad B. Nashville 1987.5 CGT 2.3 Special Build 2001 TT 225

10-22-2002, 05:09 AM	#9
StormChaser404 Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,325	I put in 1/2 quart of MM Oil last week. The other 1/2 will go in tonight, oil change Saturday... I've been using MM Oil before oil changes for years with all my cars. About a week or two before the change I put in 1/2 quart and drive normally. Then a few days before the change in goes the other 1/2 quart. It works well as a chemical flush, it's a great solvent. __________________ Dave My former Audi: 1987 Coupe GT Special Build 2.3 (H4s, custom exhaust, Borbet Type Es with Yoko AVS ES100s tires, Recaro Trophy seats, Euro 90 Sport 3 spoke steering wheel, 4Kq swaybar, Boge TurboGas struts/shocks, Eibach springs from a Typ89 sedan, Kenwood Bazooka & Blaupunkt stero system, R134a converted AC blowing 34*F, 35% metalic charcoal tint, fresh paint in original Anthracite Black) 2003 Infiniti G35 1993 RX7 - R1 (shared toy, stock)

10-22-2002, 09:28 AM	#10
Evilclown AudiWorld Uber User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 41,192	What I do every now and then... I just replace a quart of oil with a quart of MM at the oil change, and that does fine until the next change. It doesn't hurt the car at all, and it's actually what they indicate on the bottle.

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