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Can I Change oil without using a new filter? WHat is the best oil and filter to use? I have a 1967 American 440.
Yes you can....but why whould you want to? When you change your oil, but not the filter, you leave 1 quart of dirty oil in your engine. Yuk.
As for the best oil, that's very subjective, but easy. I would say Amsoil is the best. It is a true synthetic oil. It was the first synthetic to be API approved. They offer a complete line of automotive lubricants and filters. It is a bit more expensive than conventional motor oil, but as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for.
I have used it for years in all my vehicles, and small engines. That includes some racing applications.
They have a websight. www.amsoil.com
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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