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Old 02-Sep-2009, 12:02 PM
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I'm new to this site and just got a 2002 civic DX last week! It's running great & definitely a big upgrade from my 94 Oldsmobile lol!

Just wondering if anyone knows what type of oil is best to use in the car?? I know nothing about this sort of thing to be honest...and I have to get an oil change this week.

Also, what's a good price to pay for car security systems?? I've seen a few for under $200, but not sure about their quality and all that...
How effective are wheel-locks instead of a car alarm??

Thanks all & look forward to hearing from ya & being part of future civic meet-ups!!

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Originally Posted by annie
Hi all,
I'm new to this site and just got a 2002 civic DX last week! It's running great & definitely a big upgrade from my 94 Oldsmobile lol!

Just wondering if anyone knows what type of oil is best to use in the car?? I know nothing about this sort of thing to be honest...and I have to get an oil change this week.

Also, what's a good price to pay for car security systems?? I've seen a few for under $200, but not sure about their quality and all that...
How effective are wheel-locks instead of a car alarm??

Thanks all & look forward to hearing from ya & being part of future civic meet-ups!!


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I cant help you with the security system however for the oil I would def put synthetic in there... Mobil1 is good
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I paid $250 for my Viper alarm installed but a buddy got one for around $200....wheel locks are only useful for preventing wheel theft.....I personally feel that alarms are always a good way to go...The first thing I did after I bought my Civic was install an alarm and didn't take it home until it was done.
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Castrol Syntech is the best synthetic oil
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Old 02-Sep-2009, 01:38 PM
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Welcome to the club folks.

IMO, any full synthetic like amsoil or mobil 1 is very good.
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Old 02-Sep-2009, 03:04 PM
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Thanks for all the info!
You're all so quick to respond! Gonna look into more security systems & find one that fits my budget and needs.

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Originally Posted by annie
Hi all,
I'm new to this site and just got a 2002 civic DX last week! It's running great & definitely a big upgrade from my 94 Oldsmobile lol!

Just wondering if anyone knows what type of oil is best to use in the car?? I know nothing about this sort of thing to be honest...and I have to get an oil change this week.

Also, what's a good price to pay for car security systems?? I've seen a few for under $200, but not sure about their quality and all that...
How effective are wheel-locks instead of a car alarm??

Thanks all & look forward to hearing from ya & being part of future civic meet-ups!!

welcome

as for oil.. mobile 1 is great and for alarm check out jeff at audio heaven!




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thanks miss jess! will do...they aren't located too far from me either so this works out well!
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Please don't waste your money on synthetic oil. Go to canadian tire, get the cheapest 5w30 oil you can get. Just make sure you change it every 3 months/5000km and you'll be fine.
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Originally Posted by chris_v2
Please don't waste your money on synthetic oil. Go to canadian tire, get the cheapest 5w30 oil you can get. Just make sure you change it every 3 months/5000km and you'll be fine.
What he said unless you really want to baby the car.
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Originally Posted by chris_v2
Please don't waste your money on synthetic oil. Go to canadian tire, get the cheapest 5w30 oil you can get. Just make sure you change it every 3 months/5000km and you'll be fine.

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Trust this guy! He knows what he's talking about.

Except for the 5w30 lol. Your car is 5w20 I'm very positive.
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