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Sir Nuke · 11-12-2011, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Comrando

That's a rip. Should be $40-50 for the V6.
LS3 here with Mobil1.
The dealer has to compete with the quick-change places. They were about the same for a 9 quart turbo diesel truck (Rotella).

well.....I have the same engine in my STS, and I've had the oil/filter changed at the dealer a few times, and it was $85 here too.......I normally do it myself. and like all the others have mentioned, you can take the used to Walmart and they will accept it.

masterofpuppets · 11-12-2011, 11:20 AM

Invest in the tools to do it yourself and it will pay off in the long run. It's not hard. I did my first one a few weeks ago. Up till recently I haven't lived somewhere where I was able to do it. I was either in a neighborhood where I'd get fined if one drop of oil hit the ground or I was in an apartment where I had no room. Get a floor jack, jack stands (theres a good craftsman set at sears for $60-$70ish), and do it. Rather then dropping $90someodd bucks at Jiffy Lube, do it yourself you'll be dropping $30-40 a throw. Get a drip pan that seals, put it in a trash bag, put it in your car, and take it to somewhere where they recycle it.

It's not hard, trust me. On a difficulty scale of 1-10, an oil change is a 1.5.

MMC · 11-12-2011, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DADS45TH

I'm not sure but does the Mobile 1 oil meet the new GM specs for the Dexros oil ? ?
Dealer had mentioned about the new oil for all 2011 & newer GM vehicles.
He said alot of the oils do NOT meet the standards of the new oil.
Just something to look into. I haven't done an oil change yet. Only 1,095 Km.
Thanks Gerry

Mobil 1 is Dexos approved and is factory fill on the SS.

DADS45TH · 11-13-2011, 05:48 AM

Thanks MMC.

'11 cyber grey vert · 11-13-2011, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DADS45TH

I'm not sure but does the Mobile 1 oil meet the new GM specs for the Dexros oil ? ?
Dealer had mentioned about the new oil for all 2011 & newer GM vehicles.
He said alot of the oils do NOT meet the standards of the new oil.
Just something to look into. I haven't done an oil change yet. Only 1,095 Km.
Thanks Gerry

Gerry,
I thought you bought your vert to drive it...only 1095km...LOL

I am at 6000 km already...good thing for winter storage, but I will be sad when storage happens.
I try to find any excuse to drive mine..absolutely love it.
I hope you are enjoying yours as well.

KickToTheJunk · 11-15-2011, 10:05 PM

Good thread... thanks OP.

I'm still at 80% left on my original oil change, but gathering info now.

Always changed my own oil. When I had my 02 Corvette Convertible, I learned to use Mobile 1.

Costco sells Mobile 1 in 6 qt cases for around $35 (goes up/down a couple bucks now and then) about every 3 months, they offer a $9 off or $10 off (have seen both) for a case. That's $25 for a case of 6 qts. Seem fair? SO, I have a mild stockpile of Mobile 1 from when I had the Vette.

What filter is everyone going with? I'm assuming AC Delco? (keep it stock) In the Vette I used K&N cos it had the nut pressed into the casing so it was easy to remove. The stock placement on a C5 is horrid for a filter wrench, and I have about 7 of them. None would fit. I've noticed the Gen5 v6 uses a simple filter insert and it's by the dipstick on top of the engine... strange but cool.

Does this void warranty to change my own oil? I can't bring myself to pay someone $85 to do something I already have the gear and a 1300 sq. foot garage to do it in.

11-12-2011, 11:20 AM	#30
masterofpuppets Pulling your strings Drives: My girlfriend crazy with car talk Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,246	Invest in the tools to do it yourself and it will pay off in the long run. It's not hard. I did my first one a few weeks ago. Up till recently I haven't lived somewhere where I was able to do it. I was either in a neighborhood where I'd get fined if one drop of oil hit the ground or I was in an apartment where I had no room. Get a floor jack, jack stands (theres a good craftsman set at sears for $60-$70ish), and do it. Rather then dropping $90someodd bucks at Jiffy Lube, do it yourself you'll be dropping $30-40 a throw. Get a drip pan that seals, put it in a trash bag, put it in your car, and take it to somewhere where they recycle it. It's not hard, trust me. On a difficulty scale of 1-10, an oil change is a 1.5. __________________

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KickToTheJunk Drives: 2011 Camaro LS M6 Mtv Hbo Ps3 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 97	Good thread... thanks OP. I'm still at 80% left on my original oil change, but gathering info now. Always changed my own oil. When I had my 02 Corvette Convertible, I learned to use Mobile 1. Costco sells Mobile 1 in 6 qt cases for around $35 (goes up/down a couple bucks now and then) about every 3 months, they offer a $9 off or $10 off (have seen both) for a case. That's $25 for a case of 6 qts. Seem fair? SO, I have a mild stockpile of Mobile 1 from when I had the Vette. What filter is everyone going with? I'm assuming AC Delco? (keep it stock) In the Vette I used K&N cos it had the nut pressed into the casing so it was easy to remove. The stock placement on a C5 is horrid for a filter wrench, and I have about 7 of them. None would fit. I've noticed the Gen5 v6 uses a simple filter insert and it's by the dipstick on top of the engine... strange but cool. Does this void warranty to change my own oil? I can't bring myself to pay someone $85 to do something I already have the gear and a 1300 sq. foot garage to do it in.