"warlock162" <bray@dwsd.org> wrote
>I own a 1998 Honda Civic EX Sedan. It has 160,000 miles on it. I recent
> got an oil change on it.
>
> During the life of the car, I have used 5W-30 motor oil. However, some of
> the mechanics at my oil change place have said that I should switch to
> 10W-30, due to the mileage on my car, and because 10W-30 is thicker.
>
> Should I take heed to this advice?

Not to dispute Tegger's claim, but just to offer evidence that your
mechanics are not totally whack-o: I have seen internet sites that suggest
switching to a higher viscosity oil for older cars. It's worth googling.