I switched to Synthetic mainly to protect the engine from the Florida heat, and when I do drive in the city.. it's stop and go traffic in 95+ degree heat. Plus I heard many good things about Synthetic, such as better overall protection (especially at start up when most engine wear occurs) So I guess you could say it just felt like the right thing to do, ya know, like when buying a Honda. As for changing it every 3,000 miles... I do it out of habit I guess, but this time I will go abother 3,000 miles. I kept dino oil in my 91 and changed it every 2-2500 miles (275k miles, I didnt want to take any chances) Thanks for the replies, seems as though he was either misinformed or just didnt know what he was talking about. So other than having the timing belt/water pump/accesory belts, hoses, etc replaced...I should have no other engine repairs for another 100k miles? How long do the Honda factory alternators usually last on these cars? Another question...should or shouldnt I have the valves readjusted? The same 'tech' I spoke with said do not have the valves readjusted...it is normal for them to 'tick' when cold. Thanks again for the replies.