08-16-2019, 05:08 PM | #1 |
Which oil??
I think that I want to change over to AMSOIL. Which one to choose. They have three. Signature series, XL and OE. All are 5w-30. Which one is everyone using?? Thanks in advance.
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08-16-2019, 05:57 PM | #2 |
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torco oil sr1 5w40 here i won some free amsoil before wasnt too impressed with it over the stock mobil 1
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08-16-2019, 06:12 PM | #3 |
I have been using Mobil 1. Maybe I should just stick with it.
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08-16-2019, 06:19 PM | #4 |
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I mean - it's hard to beat M1 at under $25 for a 5qt container at walmart.
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08-16-2019, 06:19 PM | #5 |
Very true.
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08-16-2019, 07:59 PM | #6 |
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Valvoline synthetic 5W30 is good too! I have had good results when I used it in my 2016 SS with a Mobil 1 oil filter. Haven’t changed the oil in my ZL1 yet but will use Valvoline.
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08-16-2019, 08:22 PM | #7 | |
Thank you Al Oppenheiser!
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My first change was to Supertech 5w30 Dexos and 2nd was Valvoline 5w30 Dexos both were fine in my Z. Changed both at a bit under 20% on the OLM. Blackstone reports are below. Notes from the 1st report were:
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08-16-2019, 10:00 PM | #8 |
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Sure. Even Penzoil. I just pick up whatever Walmart has in dexos 2 which normally is M1.
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08-17-2019, 07:57 AM | #9 |
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Gunkk, I thought GM only recommended the new 0w40 for the LT4 motor. The OP has the LT1, I would think he should stick with the 5w30.
And, it is way cheaper than the new 0w40 ESP. I just put some in my ZL1 at the 11,000 mile mark and it was more money than I thought... But, still worth it.
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08-17-2019, 08:39 AM | #10 | |
Thank you Al Oppenheiser!
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Pic below shows both LT1 and LT4 for Camaro. |
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08-17-2019, 08:50 AM | #11 |
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SteveV and Gunkk, I’m planning on using 5W30 oil in my ZL1 until I hear something from GM to use the 0W40 or 5W30 is not available anymore. See no need to spend the extra money on the new oil as of now!
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08-17-2019, 09:03 AM | #12 |
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I actually spent the extra money on mine last time. Wanted to see what all the hype was about.
It does actually feel smoother and revs a little quicker than before. Doesn't feel any stronger though...
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08-17-2019, 09:12 AM | #13 | |
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Yes of course there's no issue following the MFR recommendation listed in your manual.
IMO, any 5w30 Dexos oil will do fine for street-driven Camaros... If you want to save some $, go for Supertech. It's a few $ cheaper than Mobil1 per 5 qt jug and holds up just fine. |
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08-17-2019, 09:38 AM | #14 |
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Rock Auto has AC Delco 5w30 dexos for around $18 for a 5qt jug. Perfectly fine for non tracked LT1s and manufacturer spec brand to boot.
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