Now that my Emira is at around 400 miles, im preparing to do oil change but I dont trust myself with this car so DIY is out of the option. Planning on taking my car to a shop, I know dealer charges a lot, so do you recommend taking it to Jiffy Lube or any oil change shop ? can anyone help me with this?
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If you've ever changed oil in any other car, you can easily tackle it on this car.
DO NOT take it to Jiffy Lube
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I wish I can enjoy more time with my car but I dont do well with tools so i think its best to trust specialist to do it. ^^If you've ever changed oil in any other car, you can easily tackle it on this car.
DO NOT take it to Jiffy Lube
DIY - Oil Change Reference for 2GR-FE
I recently did an oil change on my 2021 Evora GT. Since this is an Emira forum, my intention is not to provide detailed steps because there may be minor differences between Evora and Emira. However, since both cars use the same V6, my experience might help you when you are ready to try an oil...
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Jiffy Lube or any other "fast oil change outlets" are NOT "specialists" and should be avoided. They want you in/out quickly, since volume is the name of their profit game. Many won't let your oil fully drain (saves time and money as well, since less new oil is required although they'll charge you for the correct amount), or possess/use the proper oil or filter, and they may not have properly trained/supervised staff. Years ago, my brother went to that type of oil change shop...by the time he drove home, his engine lost much of its oil: they didn't tighten the oil pan drain plug enough and it fell out part way home. Fortunately for him, home wasn't too far from the shop. Lesson learned...
Depending on where you are you might be able to pay another owner who's doing theirs to do two.
I'm about to issue warning points for this one.
You have a $100k mid-engine exotic sportscar. Do not take it to any of those quick lube economy shops. Learn to do it yourself or take it to a speciality shop that's familiar with these cars and doesn't employee inexperienced techs with little to no respect for your vehicle.
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Go to any reputable enthusiast mechanic (if that’s even a term). I know a few in OC that I trust but you are in Pasadena, probably too far for you.
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I took my new BMW to a Jiffy Lube once and even that was too exotic for them.
they didnt know how to set the computer after they did the car check up (keeps track when i need to replace stuff) so now I cant trust what my car says regarding maintenance
absolutely no way should you bring the Lotus to one
they didnt know how to set the computer after they did the car check up (keeps track when i need to replace stuff) so now I cant trust what my car says regarding maintenance
absolutely no way should you bring the Lotus to one
I'm down to drive to OC if I have to. Can you recommend some shops for me?
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I am in OC and would like to know a few places I can start checking out.
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Galpin Lotus is in Van Nuys.
15500 ROSCOE BLVD.
VAN NUYS, CA 91406
On the map it looks like Ventura Fwy to the 405, and north to Roscoe. It's on the right by the 405.
If all else fails, there has to be a Toyota dealer in Pasadena. They might be willing to do it.
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For BMW I go to MRF in Lake Forest. For Porsche Redline in Orange. For Honda, SoCal Motorworks in Orange.
These guys are all specialists in those brands and are top notch. Fair pricing and honest. I’ve trusted them for many years.
I have no idea who works on Lotus so I’ll be on the hunt outside of warranty work. All these guys can do the general stuff like alignment but I like to find specialists. If I can’t they will be my backup.
I prepped my garage for the teardown and rebuild via the Quick Jack 6000ELX.
The crossbeam adapter is the heaviest part of it. It's just a big hunk of metal.
The crossbeam adapter is the heaviest part of it. It's just a big hunk of metal.
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Our mirrors are replacements but all others Ive seen are stick on.
You would have to cut the roof panel out to make it a replacmenet type piece so that has to be stick on/glue on.
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Im late to the party, sorry.
Wheel/wheel liner 100% does not need to be removed to do the filter or an intake kit on the Emira.
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Finished break in.
Thanks, I bought my car from there. I just don't want to give anymore ridiculous profit margin to a dealer.
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There's a Toyota dealer near Foothill and Rosemead in Pasadena.
3600 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
They might be willing to do the oil change. It's a Toyota engine after all.
Like a few others have done already, I put some rubber edge protector on the seat side plastics...
Used 7mm x 5mm rounded trim, and fits perfectly.
Used 7mm x 5mm rounded trim, and fits perfectly.
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