Oil change at trusted mechanic vs. Dealership

[Robert986]

Originally Posted by Frodo

I guess that works (though I see maytag's point).

I just use the 5 qt containers (two, of course). Pour one in, right off the bat. I’ve got a plastic container with a snap-on lid that originally contained Hot and Sour soup from a local Chinese takeout place. Ran it through the dishwasher and now keep it in the garage, lid on, with my oil change stuff. It holds exactly 1 qt. I’ll pour clean oil from the 2nd 5-qt jug into it til it’s full, then pour nearly all of the rest into the car. Start her up, run it for a minute (looking underneath for possible leaks), then check the level. Add a ‘glug’ or two as needed. Check again. Done.

While I still prefer judicious filling and use of the dipstick, I do salute your devotion to precision!

Well, thanks for the salute!