Originally Posted by Thooks

The engine in basically any automobile built today will last virtually forever if:


1. Change the oil and filter regularly (3-4,000 miles.)

2. Change it atleast every 4 months.

3. Do not "race" the motor. Do not abuse it. Despite the claims that many of the manufacturers post 4500+ rpm HP figures, keep it under 4,000 rpms also.

4. Crank the engine and let it run atleast 60 seconds before touching the throttle. This will allow the oil to be pumped into all the ports and crevices. Just keep off the throttle immediately after cranking and it will be fine.