do i need a different oil filter? meaning....different than a normal stock filter?

 

Just make sure it's the kind with the anti-drainback valve (like Honda filters have). It prevents the oil from draining out of the filter and keeps it full for start-up. I'm using Mobil 1 with a Fram filter (w/ the valve) right now until I can order a few Honda filters.

 

alright...thanks a lot!

 

what do i have to do to change the oil? is it just like a normal oil change? or do i need to flush the system....or what?

 

Just a normal oil change. Make sure you change your oil after it had just reached normal operating temperature. One, it will get all the grime out and two, it will flow out alot faster. Be sure to use new washer. Hand tighten the oil filter and DO NOT over tighten the drain plug....you don't want to strip the thread.

 

thanks a lot!!!!

 

i was told that once you go to synthetic, you can't go back.

food for thought.

 

I've used Mobil 1 5W-30 since I bought my car...with Honda Genuine filter..

 

Yeah, I'd just buy a Honda Filter if I were you... I bought some of the Mobile 1 filters direct off their website and so I'm using those until I've used up my supply. I bought a few for my '98 2.3CL and it's the same filter for all Acura's so I'm just going to that to the dealer with the Mobile 1 oil in two weeks for my first oil change. I guess you could use a Mobile 1 or Fram filter, or even a Honda, all are good products. Incidently I believe that Mobile supplies honda with the oil and filters.

 

Flushing engine is what I recommend. I am now using Castrol Synthetic 5W-50. It is better compared to Mobil 1.

I also put a bottom of MotoUp in :p