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| 2001 - 2007.5 (GMT800) Non Powertrain Discussion of 01 to 07.5 Topics Not related to the Powertrain, interior, suspensions, body,wheels, tires, ect. |
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06-30-2008, 03:11 PM
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eBay Motors
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Join Date: Jun 2008
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| Changing your oil and fuel filter
I have a 2007 classic and would like to save a few dollars by changing the fuel filter and changing the oil myself. I have always changed my own oil etc.. but this is my first diesel. How much would you save over having someone do this work?
Thanks, Tom
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06-30-2008, 03:13 PM
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| | The Sheriff
Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cedarville,Arkansas
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| Most places will charge around $100 just for an oil and filter change on a diesel.. And if you have them do the fuel filter two it will be closer to $200 to have it done.
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06-30-2008, 03:22 PM
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| | D-Zule Vin-door
Join Date: May 2008 Location: Woodbridge, VA
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| I just had the oil changed in my Hemi and it cost me $48. I was also told that the price for a diesel would be $120. Didnt ask what oil or filter they used. It has always been understood that doing your own work is ALWAYS cheaper.
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06-30-2008, 03:29 PM
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eBay Motors
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| | Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fresno, CA
Posts: 182
| My 1st oil change was at the dealer and it cost me $89.00. I changed my fuel filter for the 1st time myself and it cost me about $25. Search for the thread on fuel filter change. There's a great write up on it and it makes it pretty easy.
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2005 GMC Crew Cab SLT 4X4
4" MBRP turbo back
Diablo Sport Predator/EGR Blocked
BD Exhaust Manifold/PCV Reroute
AutoMeter UltraLiteII Pyro Gauge
Induction Overhaul Kit by "Killer Bee" with
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06-30-2008, 06:41 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 103
| I got my oil changed with Mobile 1 Synthetic, oil filter, fuel filter and rotated the tires for $175.
I figured that wasn't that bad of a deal, considering just rotating the tired on these things are a pain in the ass..
Mobile 1 too..
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Ext. Cab Short Bed.
MBRP 4" C/B SS
PPE
Autometer Cobalt boost and Pyro
Hummer wheels with 285/70/17 Nitto Terra Grapplers
Whelen amber strobes on back rack with amber strobes in the grille.
Back Rack
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06-30-2008, 10:27 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 808
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Originally Posted by OneBadDmax  I got my oil changed with Mobile 1 Synthetic, oil filter, fuel filter and rotated the tires for $175.
I figured that wasn't that bad of a deal, considering just rotating the tired on these things are a pain in the ass..
Mobile 1 too.. | That's a good deal!
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Isspro EGT/Boost gauges Cognito Leveling Kit/HD Tie Rods  Pitman/Idler Support Brackets/Bilsteins
Pirelli Scorpion ATR 265/75/16 Coated OEM Wheels
Factory Oval Steps/Rhino Lining
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06-30-2008, 10:45 PM
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Join Date: May 2008 Location: selma, ca and sometime turlock, ca
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| i just had my oil changed at the dealership, it was 64.00. i changed my own fuel filter after they told me it was going to be about 175.00. . to my suprise i got a filter for 45.99 and it took me about 30mins to do.. 
i found that write up. it was very helpful.
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07-01-2008, 01:11 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 808
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| I changed my oil and filter today...found out that the drain plug was rounded. Needed to use a bolt out and an impact wrench to get it out! 1st oil change was done by the dealer...they've must've used an impact gun to tighten the drain plug and rounded it while doing so. Damn...what a bitch!
__________________ 08 Sierra WT CC SB
Steel Gray 4x4 PPE RACE
Modded OEM AirBox/PCV Reroute/4" MBRP into 5" MagnaFlow/ EGR BLOCKED
Isspro EGT/Boost gauges Cognito Leveling Kit/HD Tie Rods Pitman/Idler Support Brackets/Bilsteins
Pirelli Scorpion ATR 265/75/16 Coated OEM Wheels
Factory Oval Steps/Rhino Lining
Klein Air Horns (4)/ViaAir 150 psi 2g compressor | |
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07-01-2008, 03:48 AM
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| | Knows your Mom
Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Flinton PA
Posts: 1,345
| Change your own stuff....it's really easy. Go to Merchant Automotive :: Duramax and Allison Experts and buy your filters.....they are cheap there. Dealerships are rip offs....
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ENGINE: Duramax/6 Speed Allision LBZ 6.6
LIFT: Ready Lift Leveling Kit
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07-01-2008, 11:36 PM
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| | DuramaxForum Veteran
Join Date: May 2008 Location: Austin, TX
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Originally Posted by r.laz I changed my oil and filter today...found out that the drain plug was rounded. Needed to use a bolt out and an impact wrench to get it out! 1st oil change was done by the dealer...they've must've used an impact gun to tighten the drain plug and rounded it while doing so. Damn...what a bitch! | Another reason to change it yourself, it'll be right! Always use a 12-pt socket, a 6-pt will slip, I've found.
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