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Keep Your Machines Running Like New: The Importance of Regular Oil Changes
June 04, 2025 By Joseph Quaicoe (CEO) Maintenance

Keep Your Machines Running Like New: The Importance of Regular Oil Changes

Changing your machine’s oil isn’t just a maintenance task — it’s a performance booster and a money saver. Discover why routine oil changes are essential, what signs to look for, and how Preach It Parts & Equipment can help you get it right every time.


Changing your machine’s oil isn’t just a maintenance task — it’s a performance booster and a money saver. Discover why routine oil changes are essential, what signs to look for, and how Preach It Parts & Equipment can help you get it right every time.



🔧 Why Oil Changes Matter



Machinery — whether used in construction, mining, agriculture, or transportation — depends on clean, high-quality oil to operate efficiently. Over time, oil breaks down, collects dirt and debris, and loses its lubricating properties. If left unchanged, this leads to:



  • Increased friction and wear

  • Overheating of components

  • Reduced engine performance

  • Risk of costly breakdowns



Routine oil changes protect moving parts, reduce heat, and help maintain fuel efficiency and performance.



⚠️ Signs Your Machine Needs an Oil Change



  • Dark or dirty oil on the dipstick

  • Loud or unusual engine noise

  • Excessive exhaust smoke

  • Overheating warnings

  • Sluggish performance or reduced power



If you notice any of these, it’s time to schedule an oil change before bigger problems follow.



🧰 How Often Should You Change Machine Oil?



Oil change frequency depends on the type of equipment, working environment, and oil quality. As a rule of thumb:



  • Heavy-duty machinery (like excavators, dozers, loaders): Every 250–500 hours

  • Generators or smaller engines: Every 100–200 hours

  • Always follow OEM recommendations for your specific machine.



Extreme conditions (dust, heat, heavy loads) may require more frequent service.



🏭 We’ve Got the Right Oils and Filters



At Preach It Parts & Equipment, we stock premium oils and filters from trusted brands — formulated for:



  • Hydraulic systems

  • Diesel and petrol engines

  • Gearboxes and transmissions

  • Brake and clutch systems



Whether you use Shell, Mobil, CAT, Total, or Castrol, we have the genuine products and kits to keep your machines running longer and stronger.



💬 Expert Advice & Prompt Supply



Not sure which oil suits your machine? Let our team guide you. We understand the specs and can recommend the perfect match for your usage and environment.



✅ Summary Benefits of Routine Oil Changes



  • Extended equipment life

  • Reduced repair costs

  • Improved fuel efficiency

  • Cleaner emissions

  • Better overall machine reliability




📍 Visit Preach It Parts & Equipment today or contact us to order oil, filters, and service kits for your fleet.


🛒 We supply oil change kits for:


🚜 Excavators | 🚚 Trucks | 🏗️ Loaders | 🔧 Generators & more






Preach It Parts & Equipment

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📍 Tarkwa-Tamso | Takoradi

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