"ap" <corsica@ragingbull.com> wrote in message
news:1143498854.932318.190810@i39g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> Hello,
> I used to go to the Honda dealer to have the oil changes,
> but now have considered ogoing to this Goodyear wood & fullterton
> place in Georgia that is AAA rated.
>
> These guys use Kendall motor oil. I believe the dealer
> uses a different brand, pennzoil (spelling?).
>
> Are these comparable?
>
> Also, do I need to have a Honda brand air filter or would other
> brands be ok?
>

Many oil change places use Kendall, probably because they are cheap in
bulks. Dealers could use anything. My personal preference is Castrol GTX in
bottles.

No, you do not have to use Honda brand air filters unless you are just
obsessed about OEM parts. If your car is still under warranty, it is safer
to use Honda parts though.