It definitely doesn’t have a “history” of it though, just the one time and I intend to keep it that way. Also although it’s definitely not good, do you think it’s also not “bad” per say considering the 0w-20 oil and the fact that it was over an 11 month period?
I’d say in the middle. At least it didn’t extend past a year. At that point I’d be worried. At least they used the proper oil spec when they were over.
So do you think this truck still has a chance of lasting me a long time as long as I keep up on the maintenance?
I do yes.
Oh boy... You're here seeking reassurances, aren't you? Please allow me to ease your worries: you're going to be fine, your truck will last you for a very long time, and there is nothing to worry about.
Miles on oil is way more detrimental than time if the vehicle isn't massively short tripped, making sure it gets to full operating temperature most of the times it's driven. Been a few members here that have sports cars they don't drive a lot, and have ran oil for 2 or 3 years with maybe a max of 2000-3000 miles on the oil. They did a UOA and it showed the oil was still in very good condition.
The way I see it is one extended oil change interval is no different than doing heavy towing or hualing ass everywhere, both put strain and wear and tear on the engine. So when does it become a problem, just when it it was a regular thing?
Have you given any thought to the transmission fluid? What about the transfer case and the differentials?
It’s only at 44000 miles
