1st oil change v-6 install w/ stahlbus valve - Page 2

Glen e · 01-08-2016, 01:34 PM

The dams supposedly help with brake cooling, something I'm not the least concerned about as I'm going to the grocery store. On the new Vette, some GM execs said it helps with aerodynamics, but when questioned closer, they said it helped only at above 125 mph. LOL

Ditch em, they're junk and look bad. (JMO)

leadfoot93 · 01-08-2016, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Glen e

read my post again, it's there...I'm keeping pads...

Thanks I missed that doh! I skipped to the pictures

SSport16 · 01-08-2016, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by GTIanZ28

hmmm interesting. I've already scuffed mine up a little. They are really soft and you can barely feel them when they hit a curb. I was planning to hit them with 303 this weekend as I'm betting they just need wiped off. But, over time I can definitely see them getting cheese grated.

But, now you have me thinking about removing them as well. They don't look good.

Can anyone advise what function these serve? Any function that would impact the car for daily driving?

Glen I'm just following your lead and copying everything you do lol

. You've even got me considering changing my own oil again. Haven't done it for years. But, $40 an oil change vs $80 is sounding pretty good.

Lol, I haven't changed my own oil in about 10 years, I might do it again, get the first 2 done that I get free from GM, then I will decide.

cartem2 · 01-08-2016, 11:36 PM

Another 5 star write up from Glen E.

jimmypop13 · 01-12-2016, 10:40 AM

Glen, I just got my valve and it came with an extra rubber coated gasket. Did you use that one as well or just the copper one?

Glen e · 01-20-2016, 05:21 PM

I used the copper. According to Fred it doesn't matter , either one works fine

L&M CAMARO 6 · 01-23-2016, 01:15 PM

The only Fred's sight that I know of is, TDI club.

Tr6 · 01-31-2016, 11:24 PM

Thank you for another great post Glen. Just out of curiosity... Has anyone CONFIRMED that the M12 x 1.75 x 12mm for sure fits the SS? I figured for one thing I don't have to be the spearhead for lol. I just added it to my amazon wish list and will grab it before I use 1 of 4 free oil changes.

Glen e · 01-31-2016, 11:31 PM

They both use same plug, ask patrick...

Tr6 · 01-31-2016, 11:46 PM

Done deal, ordered mine.

Camar05 · 03-15-2016, 09:00 PM

Why did you get the rhino ramps rated for 16,000lbs @ $65 when the ones for $38 are rated for 12,000 lbs?

Just curious before I order my set

Glen e · 03-15-2016, 09:01 PM

No idea.....get what works for you

BlkReaper · 04-10-2016, 11:34 AM

Are you saying the factory oil drain plug is 19m? Because the SS is for sure 15mm

Dustya · 04-12-2016, 12:30 PM

Glen I got 6 free oil changes with the dealer about to hit 1500 miles and go get my first done. Now they are not going to use full synthetic do you think there is an issue with getting the oil changed at the dealer then switching over to full after I have used up all 6 ? I was told they use synthetic blend not full.

Would like your advice on this as you seem to be quite knowledgeable on the V6

01-08-2016, 01:34 PM	#15
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	The dams supposedly help with brake cooling, something I'm not the least concerned about as I'm going to the grocery store. On the new Vette, some GM execs said it helps with aerodynamics, but when questioned closer, they said it helped only at above 125 mph. LOL Ditch em, they're junk and look bad. (JMO) __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

01-08-2016, 11:36 PM	#18
cartem2 Drives: Nightfall Gray 2LT RS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 638 View My Garage	Another 5 star write up from Glen E. __________________ My Build Journal, Review, and Photos: Here

01-12-2016, 10:40 AM	#19
jimmypop13 Drives: 2016 camaro ss Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 1,127	Glen, I just got my valve and it came with an extra rubber coated gasket. Did you use that one as well or just the copper one? __________________ 2016 camaro 2SS hyper blue/Kalahari, A8, MRC, NPP, sunroof, SW headers through axleback, Circle D 3600rpm TC, Pray ported IM/TB, E85 Sold: 2002 Z28, NBM, M6, 460rwhp, 2009 HHR SS RIP : 2002 WS6 Black, A4, 355rwhp

01-20-2016, 05:21 PM	#20
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	I used the copper. According to Fred it doesn't matter , either one works fine __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

01-31-2016, 11:24 PM	#22
Tr6 The Dogfather Drives: #1 off the line for a customer. '16 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Andover, KS Posts: 2,621	Thank you for another great post Glen. Just out of curiosity... Has anyone CONFIRMED that the M12 x 1.75 x 12mm for sure fits the SS? I figured for one thing I don't have to be the spearhead for lol. I just added it to my amazon wish list and will grab it before I use 1 of 4 free oil changes. __________________ 2SS, Garnet Red with Adrenalin red, NPP, MRC M6 coupe #33 off the line #1 order for Customer. Build thread HERE! Story of my delivery HERE!

01-23-2016, 01:15 PM	#21
L&M CAMARO 6 Drives: Just a fan for now Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: ROCKPILE, Illinois Posts: 361	The only Fred's sight that I know of is, TDI club.

01-31-2016, 11:31 PM	#23
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	They both use same plug, ask patrick... __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

01-31-2016, 11:46 PM	#24
Tr6 The Dogfather Drives: #1 off the line for a customer. '16 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Andover, KS Posts: 2,621	Done deal, ordered mine. __________________ 2SS, Garnet Red with Adrenalin red, NPP, MRC M6 coupe #33 off the line #1 order for Customer. Build thread HERE! Story of my delivery HERE!

03-15-2016, 09:00 PM	#25
Camar05 Drives: NGM '16 2LT A8 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Sin City, NV Posts: 175	Why did you get the rhino ramps rated for 16,000lbs @ $65 when the ones for $38 are rated for 12,000 lbs? Just curious before I order my set

03-15-2016, 09:01 PM	#26
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	No idea.....get what works for you __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

04-10-2016, 11:34 AM	#27
BlkReaper Drives: 2016 2ss Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Phoeinx, AZ Posts: 139	Are you saying the factory oil drain plug is 19m? Because the SS is for sure 15mm

04-12-2016, 12:30 PM	#28
Dustya Drives: Overkill Supercharged 2016 CamaroV6 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 982	Glen I got 6 free oil changes with the dealer about to hit 1500 miles and go get my first done. Now they are not going to use full synthetic do you think there is an issue with getting the oil changed at the dealer then switching over to full after I have used up all 6 ? I was told they use synthetic blend not full. Would like your advice on this as you seem to be quite knowledgeable on the V6

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