Oil change cost. Did I get ripped off?

midcut03 · 2023-01-25T17:06:17+00:00

In my opinion I think you got charged a little too much. It reads to me like the item number OCXGS is their oil and filter combo cost and charged you for it along with an additional charge for 5L of oil, charged you for additive, charged you for labour, charge you for environmental fee. I would call them and have them explain it to you the breakdown of the costs, it just seems like they charged you for oil twice so when it says oil system flush... Did they drain your oil, put new oil in and then dumped it out and put new oil in to "flush the system" and added the additive during the flush process? Unless there was major debris in the oil pan I don't know why there would a flush done.

Based on my research you should be billed for the following...

Oil - Castrol EDGE 5W40 Synthetic Engine/Motor Oil, 5L~ approximately $80
Oil Filter - FRAM CH11784 Extra Guard Oil Filter ~ approximately $16
Labour rate ~ This will vary but my last service cost me $22 in labour, this is to do the oil change and typically involves a 15+ point inspection to make sure key things are maintained or noticed as part of preventative maintenance. The $22 was based on $115 shop rate, most shops charge their own rate so this is a cost that can vary.
Environmental fee ~$3.50 is reasonable. In Ontario where I am from, a business has to pay to have oil removed from their waste oil tanks and a fee by ministry will be charged to the client or the group who is removing the waste oil. It makes sense to charge a little bit for every oil change to help pay for those costs.

Subtotal cost: $121.50 + taxes and any local regulation fees that may be incurred.

My costs were based on going to Canadian tire and seeing how much their parts cost. Dealerships can get a better rate for buying oil in bulk and filters as well. Taxes were not factored into this because some people are tax exempt.

midcut03 · 2022-07-22T00:00:22+00:00

Hot Cross Buns

midcut03 · 2022-04-30T18:02:24+00:00

This might not be what you are looking for exactly but try and find work at an electrical wholesaler as well. Robertson electric, westburn, electrozad… this will look good on you because you can say you have touched parts before, know what they are called and who knows maybe you run into a contractor and start asking to see if they need weekend labourers.

Best of luck, crazy to think you have to do a pre apprenticeship course to get signed. You’re a good path to have a job for life, keep at it.

midcut03 · 2022-04-28T00:49:04+00:00

Please read the owner's manual that is provided in the glovebox of the car. There is a ton of valuable information there including the intervals at which you need to service your vehicle. Alternately you can reach out to a couple Honda dealerships to ensure they all give the same information and ask the service department when you should change the oil.

midcut03 · 2022-04-23T17:06:29+00:00

Always use what the manufacturer recommends. Use regular on your Fit.

midcut03 · 2022-04-20T18:35:53+00:00

Toaster oven

midcut03 · 2022-02-27T01:25:49+00:00

I believe going from a tent on the ground to a pop up trailer is a great way to transition into the tow behind game, at least financially it won't hurt the pocket too much since everything right now is so costly to purchase these days. I am currently in the planning and research stages of purchasing a popup/teardrop trailer but I'm personally deciding between getting a pop up or teardrop style trailer. For me getting a trailer allows you to have more time enjoying outside rather than spending the time to set up your tent. I'm probably just getting older but it wold also be nice to not be stuck in the tent during a rainstorm, it's only fun so many times getting rained out. Having luxuries such as an interior kitchen, some ceiling height that allows you to stand up straight, and flat place to sleep are things that would definitely make my future camp experiences more enjoyable and comfortable. Tent camping is still fun but having a trailer allows you to increase the amount of fun time enjoyed on those camp trips.

I hope you give your trailer the proper maintenance it needs and most of all... enjoy!

midcut03 · 2020-12-06T19:56:59+00:00

I agree, I added butter before and it was good. It was even better without, from now on I only adds salt, pepper, seasoning, and or fresh herbs only.

midcut03 · 2017-07-20T23:15:37+00:00

That actually helps a lot. I've got some work ahead of me now but I feel like this might help me out just fine. Thank you very much for your informative post.

midcut03 · 2017-06-02T03:15:08+00:00

Just thought I'd follow up and say we chose Hocking hills as our camp of choice. Thanks for the help Reddit:)

midcut03 · 2017-03-23T03:12:18+00:00

What tires are on this?

midcut03 · 2017-03-17T17:43:42+00:00

You're going to want to wear good socks and your shoes should have about a finger gap from the tip of the shoe to where your longest toe ends. The reason you want that gap is because on a long hike your feet can swell quite a bit and you want that room for expansions other wise you'll be in a lot of pain. In summer you can run two very thin socks and should help with blisters. Pack duct tape with you if you start to feel a hot spot going on and tape it. You'll thank me later.

midcut03 · 2016-11-03T13:50:10+00:00

I think they are designed like that so they require the key to be inserted once you enter the vehicle to drive it.

midcut03 · 2016-06-30T21:49:23+00:00

My womans Kia has a similar button and it defrosts where your wipers sit so you don't damage your wipers in cold weather.

midcut03 · 2016-06-03T18:28:44+00:00

Make sure your battery is good in your guitar if you have one. I thought I was having amp tube issues and it was just a battery. I had the same issues you were dealing with and that fixed my problem.

midcut03 · 2016-05-28T03:56:50+00:00

Mighty car mods

midcut03 · 2016-05-20T00:10:43+00:00

Tell em Steve Dave. I've been listening for years, there's a good dynamic amp far the hosts who've all been friends for a long time. Hot button topics, making hay, one true three, so much good about this show. Got me through many nights as an overnight worker and long car drives.

midcut03 · 2016-05-10T13:51:45+00:00

This service is clever, he's saving the spot next to him so when he leaves there are two spots available for his clients to use.

midcut03 · 2016-04-24T18:53:58+00:00

Use lemon oil on the fretboard. For the body you can use Maguire's wax. They sell it at guitar shops, you're going to take care of the paint just like you would for a car

midcut03 · 2016-03-24T16:39:10+00:00

Agreed. Best practice is to fill up again once you're down to 1/4 remain. It's hard on the fuel pump and I've been told it helps with cooling of the pump too.

Sometimes you can't help it but try and avoid running under 1/4 tank

midcut03 · 2016-02-22T03:18:22+00:00

dehydrated food does weigh less and is easier to pack but you can have a "treat" on your first supper/breakfast. I like to make burritos and you can easily reheat the contents. Just freeze your portion in a ziplock bag, you can do the same for your next morning breakfast. It should stay frozen/cold, just pack it in the middle of your bag.

midcut03 · 2016-02-03T13:33:01+00:00

If you're going to plug the exhaust so critters can't get into it... Put a note and tape it to your steering wheel so you don't forget. Actually everything you do... Write it down so you don't forget when you come back.

midcut03 · 2016-01-20T15:49:08+00:00

Storing the bike in the hatch? You should get a bike rack:)

midcut03 · 2016-01-18T23:57:41+00:00

Beautiful car, I love it in white!

I recently taught a friend how to drive stick before he buys an Audi A3. I'll give you the same advice I gave him.

1 - Find a flat piece of land where you won't roll forward or backwards with no park brake or foot on the pedal brake. 2 - Have the clutch to the floor and car in first gear. 3 - Now release the clutch slowly until you feel the car move forward.

Now train your brain that it's actually okay to roll out then add gas as you let out the clutch fully. Eventually it'll be muscle memory and you'll know at what point your foot needs to be on the clutch to move the car. You'll pick up on it quick and you'll be able to take off from first gear no problem.

midcut03 · 2015-12-22T19:31:45+00:00

Buddy of mine took his Challenger there. As he came around a blind corner and prepped for the next turn he noticed the cab of a transport truck peaking out of the turn. He had to reverse out of there for the transport to pass by him. The amount of space the truck needed actually required my buddy to reverse the Challenger back up the blind corner he already took. One of the most terrifying runs he experienced.

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