DIY Oil Change - Page 8

Glen e · 07-04-2018, 08:51 AM

Not sure what you expected from any valve when you bought it. Live with a valve through few oil changes and you'll appreciate it. A copper crush washer is used on many high-end cars instead of Rubber. It'll last longer, it seals, but it's impervious to heat. And there is a very simple way to take off the filter without making a mess, using a tall kitchen garbage bag, do a search here.

VinnAY · 07-08-2018, 06:00 AM

Too many oil changes over my lifetime that never had a valve and I never made a mess of things. The best thing a valve does is lighten your wallet but props to any one that likes them.

enzia35 · 07-08-2018, 10:08 AM

It’s a small cost over many years.

Gunmetalmissle · 07-08-2018, 03:14 PM

I use a Stahlbus on cars that have the drain plug in a difficult to reach location. Makes it so much easier. I’ve debated buying one for the SS even though it’s in a convienient location already.

Gabhart · 07-10-2018, 08:47 AM

Race Ramps is the way to go for oil changes. Also recommend a magnetic drain plug. I installed one from Dimple

Cheekster96 · 07-13-2018, 06:02 AM

Where do you guys get your magnetic oil pan drain plug from? I seen some from Amazon but do not know the metric thread sizing.

Coming up soon on my first oil change.

Lee

Laststandard · 07-13-2018, 09:25 AM

M12x1.75

https://www.amazon.com/Needa-Parts-6...eywords=653096

I purchased that one from Amazon.. fit just fine. Can't bring myself to spend $30 on the fancy anodized one.

Cheekster96 · 07-14-2018, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laststandard

M12x1.75

https://www.amazon.com/Needa-Parts-6...eywords=653096

I purchased that one from Amazon.. fit just fine. Can't bring myself to spend $30 on the fancy anodized one.

Thanks!!

breakskeet · 07-28-2018, 07:20 AM

Oil filter torque spec for my Corvette Z06 is 22 lb.ft. Most likely it it the same for the Camaro.

BurningMan · 07-28-2018, 07:28 AM

I use a Stahlbus oil drain valve, and a FilterMag oil filter magnet.

wintertopdown · 03-16-2019, 07:01 PM

This first DIY oil change has been an all day and now night affair.

I purchased the ramps from Harbor Frieght and they worked great. I did need to remove the rubber guards before driving up otherwise they would get caught while driving up.

The 15mm drain bolt was extremely overtightened and stripped both externally and the internally. At last a “bolt extractor” was able to loosen this monster. The filter was also very tight and required a pair of vice grips to rotate.

Below are photos.

MARS Auto had the bolt I needed and the AMSoil. My local Advanced Auto Parts has Mobile 1 and Castro’s, Penzoil, Royal Purple, etc but my gut told me to go with the brand I use in the bike. The Harley certainly came in handy too because I went back to harbor freight multiple times. The staff hooked it up, cash is king.

wintertopdown · 03-17-2019, 01:07 AM

A shot of the clean oil pour completes the series

wintertopdown · 03-17-2019, 01:21 AM

Took the car out and first thing I noticed was how calm the reverse behaves. The exhaust is smoother and has less harsh attack. It performs well up to 7000 rpms where it pulls in forth to 100 and immediately followed by fifth gear smooths out nicely. 6th cruises by at 65mph around 25-32mpg peak 35mpg.

The Specialist · 03-20-2019, 02:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevjud

I changed the oil in my SS this morning. Probably one of the easiest cars I have changed oil on. A set a inexpensive Rhino Ramps is all you need.

I'll be ready to change out the oil on my 18 1LE in a few weeks.
I have a set of ramps, though, they're only 5" High.
What is the height of your Rhino's, and did you have to make stairs in front of them to clear your spoiler?
I've looked at the long two piece Race Ramps online at 8" in height. $300.00 seems like a lot for a few extra inches.
Thanks,

07-04-2018, 08:51 AM	#99
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	Not sure what you expected from any valve when you bought it. Live with a valve through few oil changes and you'll appreciate it. A copper crush washer is used on many high-end cars instead of Rubber. It'll last longer, it seals, but it's impervious to heat. And there is a very simple way to take off the filter without making a mess, using a tall kitchen garbage bag, do a search here. __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

07-08-2018, 10:08 AM	#101
enzia35 Drives: '16 Garnet Red 1SS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 3,450	It’s a small cost over many years. __________________ '16 Camaro 1SS '18 Miata GT Gone: '01 Camaro, '14 Camaro, '90 Miata

07-10-2018, 08:47 AM	#103
Gabhart Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue 1SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 198	Race Ramps is the way to go for oil changes. Also recommend a magnetic drain plug. I installed one from Dimple Attached Images

07-13-2018, 06:02 AM	#104
Cheekster96 Drives: 2018 2SS Bright Red Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Maine Posts: 105	Where do you guys get your magnetic oil pan drain plug from? I seen some from Amazon but do not know the metric thread sizing. Coming up soon on my first oil change. Lee __________________ Lee Cyr Plantation,ME>>>boonies 2018 SS Camaro 2022 Silverado 2500HD Big Red

07-13-2018, 09:25 AM	#105
Laststandard Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 428	M12x1.75 https://www.amazon.com/Needa-Parts-6...eywords=653096 I purchased that one from Amazon.. fit just fine. Can't bring myself to spend $30 on the fancy anodized one. __________________ 2018 1SS 1LE (sold)

07-08-2018, 06:00 AM	#100
VinnAY Account Suspended Drives: 18 1SS/1LE Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Missouri Posts: 939	Too many oil changes over my lifetime that never had a valve and I never made a mess of things. The best thing a valve does is lighten your wallet but props to any one that likes them.

07-08-2018, 03:14 PM	#102
Gunmetalmissle Drives: 16 ngm ss Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: NJ Posts: 233	I use a Stahlbus on cars that have the drain plug in a difficult to reach location. Makes it so much easier. I’ve debated buying one for the SS even though it’s in a convienient location already.

07-28-2018, 07:20 AM	#107
breakskeet Kevin Drives: 2018 Callaway Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Rattlesnake, FL Posts: 321	Oil filter torque spec for my Corvette Z06 is 22 lb.ft. Most likely it it the same for the Camaro.

07-28-2018, 07:28 AM	#108
BurningMan Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS / 2012 CBR1000RR Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 97	I use a Stahlbus oil drain valve, and a FilterMag oil filter magnet.

03-16-2019, 07:01 PM	#109
wintertopdown Drives: 22 Convertible V8 LT1 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Jensen Beach, Florida Posts: 219	The madness This first DIY oil change has been an all day and now night affair. I purchased the ramps from Harbor Frieght and they worked great. I did need to remove the rubber guards before driving up otherwise they would get caught while driving up. The 15mm drain bolt was extremely overtightened and stripped both externally and the internally. At last a “bolt extractor” was able to loosen this monster. The filter was also very tight and required a pair of vice grips to rotate. Below are photos. MARS Auto had the bolt I needed and the AMSoil. My local Advanced Auto Parts has Mobile 1 and Castro’s, Penzoil, Royal Purple, etc but my gut told me to go with the brand I use in the bike. The Harley certainly came in handy too because I went back to harbor freight multiple times. The staff hooked it up, cash is king. Attached Images

03-17-2019, 01:07 AM	#110
wintertopdown Drives: 22 Convertible V8 LT1 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Jensen Beach, Florida Posts: 219	A shot of the clean oil pour completes the series Attached Images

03-17-2019, 01:21 AM	#111
wintertopdown Drives: 22 Convertible V8 LT1 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Jensen Beach, Florida Posts: 219	Took the car out and first thing I noticed was how calm the reverse behaves. The exhaust is smoother and has less harsh attack. It performs well up to 7000 rpms where it pulls in forth to 100 and immediately followed by fifth gear smooths out nicely. 6th cruises by at 65mph around 25-32mpg peak 35mpg.

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