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07-17-2017, 11:57 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Axis
State: Mississippi
Posts: 404
THOR #6203
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Oil change questions
When did you perform your first oil change in your MH? I've had my Axis for 4 months and it has just under 4000 miles.
I will be leaving for a 3 month trip in 2 weeks and was wondering if I should change the oil before I go?
I have a friend who offered to do it for me if I buy the oil and the filter!
Should I go ahead and do the oil change now or wait until the recommended 6 months or 7500 miles?
If I do it now can someone tell me what weight oil and how many quarts I should buy? Also what filter would I need?
I would check this for myself, but I'm out of town and don't have access to my MH.
He's planning on doing the work tomorrow.
Thanks
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07-18-2017, 12:07 AM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
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I would recommend yes get it changed: You have a new coach and you are about to embark on a long trip (one that if you didn't get the oil changed you would have to somewhere mid-trip).
Rather have someone you know change it instead.
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07-18-2017, 12:15 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 31e Four Winds
State: Delaware
Posts: 97
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I did my first oil change at 3,000 (break in period). First Change is the most important. I used synthetic which extends time/mileage. I also change oil when winterizing so clean oil sits in the pan.
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07-18-2017, 12:16 AM
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Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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Ford manual says 5w-30 (so does the web site) of synthetic blend or full synthetic. (Some oil caps on the Ford engines say 5w-20). I think it takes 6 quarts, but the manual you got from Ford will tell you.
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07-18-2017, 12:35 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 892
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My first oil change was right after I picked unit up. Had less than 2000 miles, but chassis was together a long time. I did it myself, easy with PVC spout extension I made.
I go 2500 to 3500 between changes now as I usually tow my racecar trailer and Motorcraft Synthetic blend is cheap. I got stuff from local Walmart.
Mine uses 5W-20, 6 quarts. I use the Motorcraft filter too.
I have not had to add oil between changes and have over 10,000 miles now.
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07-18-2017, 12:43 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Axis
State: Mississippi
Posts: 404
THOR #6203
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Thanks everyone! Sorry I couldn't check the manual. I'm trying to get the information to my friend! He offered to get it for me as well as do the work!
I'm blessed to have such a good friend!
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07-18-2017, 01:02 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Windsport 29M
State: Indiana
Posts: 3,692
THOR #5196
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To make future oil changes easier I would suggest replacing the stock drain plug with a Fomoto valve. Here is a link for Amazon and a picture.
https://www.amazon.com/Fumoto-F-106N...to+drain+valve
The picture shows the optional safety clip but it's not necessary.
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07-18-2017, 02:36 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Axis
State: Mississippi
Posts: 404
THOR #6203
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SuperD I will be getting one of those for the next oil change. Thank you!
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07-18-2017, 02:48 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Windsport 29M
State: Indiana
Posts: 3,692
THOR #5196
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sforl
SuperD I will be getting one of those for the next oil change. Thank you!
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You are very welcome! Like everyone else I would change oil before the trip, then no worries on the trip!
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07-18-2017, 03:08 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: challenger 37YT
State: Michigan
Posts: 247
THOR #6874
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Ordered mine today.
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07-18-2017, 07:31 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,884
THOR #6826
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There is a newer version of this valve that allows you to position the valve lever wherever you want instead of just where it ends up when you screw it in. It's only a few dollars more.
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07-18-2017, 07:42 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2014 Windsport 34f
State: Alabama
Posts: 295
THOR #6507
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Just ordered the update with hose and rubber piece to secure from opening accidentally.
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Rick & Jan
with Lilly (Most Active Dog) & Mattie (Laziest Dog in the World)
Wally: 2014 Thor Windsport 34f
Toad: (Wally One) 2014 Fiat 500L Trekking (4 Down)
"Welcome to our front porch"
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07-18-2017, 07:52 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Axis
State: Mississippi
Posts: 404
THOR #6203
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Pete'sMH
Do you have a link to the updated version?
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07-18-2017, 09:23 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,884
THOR #6826
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Try this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HP5V092
In any case the one that fits the Ford 10 cylinder engine is the Fumoto F106SX M14 x 1.5
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07-18-2017, 10:01 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Vegas 24.1
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 1,468
THOR #2601
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Ford manual on my 2015 Vegas with Ford 350 recommends oil & filter change every 7500 miles or six months whichever comes first.
Oil specified is either SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or 5W-20 Full Synthetic or SAE 5W-20 Super Premium or 5W-20 Synthetic.
Capacity is 6.0 quarts.
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Retired USAF Col and retired Nurse
Traveling with Lily & Bella ('Teddy Bear' breed)
2015 Vegas 24.1 (E-350)
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07-18-2017, 10:25 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Windsport 29M
State: Indiana
Posts: 3,692
THOR #5196
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Pete'sMH
There is a newer version of this valve that allows you to position the valve lever wherever you want instead of just where it ends up when you screw it in. It's only a few dollars more.
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I think that is a great idea but, I've looked at three valves like mine that were already installed and the nipple was pointing down on all of them. I did put a vinyl cap on mine to keep crud out.
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07-19-2017, 03:23 PM
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Member
State: California
Posts: 38
THOR #6375
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Did you need to take it to dealership for oil change or did you go to a cheaper place? I dont want to void warranty. Thank you
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07-19-2017, 03:24 PM
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Member
State: California
Posts: 38
THOR #6375
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New Thor Gemini owner
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07-19-2017, 04:10 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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It will not affect your warrantee if you take it somewhere else than the dealer. Just make sure they use the correct oil and filter and keep records.
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07-19-2017, 08:02 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Windsport 29M
State: Indiana
Posts: 3,692
THOR #5196
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sevansx
Did you need to take it to dealership for oil change or did you go to a cheaper place? I dont want to void warranty. Thank you
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Did it myself, used Mobil 1 5W-30 Extended Performance oil. First oil change was a little messy, had to use a funnel because the oil drain is above the I-beam.
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