Engine oil gurus- 5W-30 Dexos choice

Redlinez · 06-04-2020, 11:01 AM

Is there a reason I should chose Valvoline vs Pennzoil?
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline...Quart/15125782

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...uart/139680614

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...uart/495194903

Then there's Castrol as well

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Castrol-E...uarts/34039135
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Castrol-E...rts/111745126O

On the cheap end, Walmart Super Tech 5W-30 is Dexos as is Costco's branded oil. I've been running Valvoline 5W-30 for a while, just wondering if I've made a good choice. Thanks for any helpful advice from you oil analysis guys.

Mike Aruba · 06-04-2020, 11:07 AM

I've always just gone with whatever is cheapest at the time from the bigger name brands. As long as its the proper weight and full synthetic, I personally think the differences are negligible. I wouldn't run Super Tech or the Costco brand though. But again, thats just my personal preference.

Redlinez · 06-04-2020, 01:06 PM

I'm kind of in the same opinion. I used to be able to tell the difference in oils in my 1990 Civic SI back in 90-93. It would rev differently and sound different depending on oil brand. It seemed to like Castrol GTX the best. These engines are obviously entirely different beasts. Definitely a good deal on the Valvoline. I think I did see Mobil 1 5W-30 Dexos 1 at Walmart for $22 today.

Redlinez · 06-04-2020, 01:40 PM

I do believe I'm gonna try the Pennzoil Euro L next change as I've read a ton of fantastic reviews on it.

kropscamaro16 · 06-04-2020, 02:03 PM

i use torco 5w40 sr1

Nitronut · 11-19-2020, 01:17 AM

Has anybody tried or using this Driven racing oil 5-30wt "DI30" for street use?

They also make 0-40wt "DI40 oil".

https://drivenracingoil.com/i-304977...-capacity.html

https://drivenracingoil.com/i-304977...motor-oil.html

s346k · 11-21-2020, 01:22 PM

i use diesel truck oil.

Mark114 · 11-21-2020, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redlinez

Is there a reason I should chose Valvoline vs Pennzoil?
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline...Quart/15125782

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...uart/139680614

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...uart/495194903

Then there's Castrol as well

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Castrol-E...uarts/34039135
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Castrol-E...rts/111745126O

On the cheap end, Walmart Super Tech 5W-30 is Dexos as is Costco's branded oil. I've been running Valvoline 5W-30 for a while, just wondering if I've made a good choice. Thanks for any helpful advice from you oil analysis guys.

Your signature says you're driving a 2020 Camaro 1SS 1LE. If you're worried about the drivetrain warranty then the Owner's Manual recommends 0W-40 dexos2 oil. If it isn't available then 5W-30 dexos1 full synthetic can be used. Either way Valvoline recently reformulated their oils and lost their dexos rating so it wouldn't be my first choice. As long as you use a recommended oil you should be fine. Be sure to keep your receipts as proof that you are changing the oil and filter. I have a friend that had a drivetrain failure and GM wouldn't authorize the warranty replacement without proof that he was performing the recommended maintenance.

Redlinez · 11-21-2020, 03:29 PM

I have left over 5w30 Valvoline MST, but I normally have the dealer do it while under warranty. I bring my oil and filters though.

Mark114 · 11-21-2020, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redlinez

I have left over 5w30 Valvoline MST, but I normally have the dealer do it while under warranty. I bring my oil and filters though.

It sounds like you have your bases covered.

SquirrelyZL1 · 11-23-2020, 10:19 PM

Used 0w40 Mobil 1 on my old c7. Ran really nice

supersportss · 11-24-2020, 05:36 PM

This is what I run.

Redlinez · 11-24-2020, 07:15 PM

Wow, a name I have never heard! Diggin on it though!

06-04-2020, 11:01 AM	#1
Redlinez Shifts under load Drives: 2020 Camaro 1SS 1LE rally green Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC Posts: 1,295	Engine oil gurus- 5W-30 Dexos choice Is there a reason I should chose Valvoline vs Pennzoil? https://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline...Quart/15125782 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...uart/139680614 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pennzoil-...uart/495194903 Then there's Castrol as well https://www.walmart.com/ip/Castrol-E...uarts/34039135 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Castrol-E...rts/111745126O On the cheap end, Walmart Super Tech 5W-30 is Dexos as is Costco's branded oil. I've been running Valvoline 5W-30 for a while, just wondering if I've made a good choice. Thanks for any helpful advice from you oil analysis guys. __________________ 24 Audi S3 prem plus, sport package HPDE - southeast - JTI- solo, PCA- blue. 22 Suzuki GSX-S 1000GT blue

06-04-2020, 01:06 PM	#3
Redlinez Shifts under load Drives: 2020 Camaro 1SS 1LE rally green Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC Posts: 1,295	I'm kind of in the same opinion. I used to be able to tell the difference in oils in my 1990 Civic SI back in 90-93. It would rev differently and sound different depending on oil brand. It seemed to like Castrol GTX the best. These engines are obviously entirely different beasts. Definitely a good deal on the Valvoline. I think I did see Mobil 1 5W-30 Dexos 1 at Walmart for $22 today. __________________ 24 Audi S3 prem plus, sport package HPDE - southeast - JTI- solo, PCA- blue. 22 Suzuki GSX-S 1000GT blue

06-04-2020, 01:40 PM	#4
Redlinez Shifts under load Drives: 2020 Camaro 1SS 1LE rally green Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC Posts: 1,295	I do believe I'm gonna try the Pennzoil Euro L next change as I've read a ton of fantastic reviews on it. __________________ 24 Audi S3 prem plus, sport package HPDE - southeast - JTI- solo, PCA- blue. 22 Suzuki GSX-S 1000GT blue

06-04-2020, 02:03 PM	#5
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,812	i use torco 5w40 sr1 __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

11-19-2020, 01:17 AM	#6
Nitronut Drives: Duramax, 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: CONvid Commieforina.. soon to be in ID Posts: 98	Has anybody tried or using this Driven racing oil 5-30wt "DI30" for street use? They also make 0-40wt "DI40 oil". https://drivenracingoil.com/i-304977...-capacity.html https://drivenracingoil.com/i-304977...motor-oil.html __________________ If it ain't buckin, chirpin & makin all kinds of bad noises.... then I ain't happy!

06-04-2020, 11:07 AM	#2
Mike Aruba Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Florida Man Posts: 86	I've always just gone with whatever is cheapest at the time from the bigger name brands. As long as its the proper weight and full synthetic, I personally think the differences are negligible. I wouldn't run Super Tech or the Costco brand though. But again, thats just my personal preference.

11-21-2020, 01:22 PM	#7
s346k Drives: like an old lady Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: indiana Posts: 2,395	i use diesel truck oil. __________________ 2016+ camaro: everyone’s first car

11-21-2020, 03:29 PM	#9
Redlinez Shifts under load Drives: 2020 Camaro 1SS 1LE rally green Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC Posts: 1,295	I have left over 5w30 Valvoline MST, but I normally have the dealer do it while under warranty. I bring my oil and filters though. __________________ 24 Audi S3 prem plus, sport package HPDE - southeast - JTI- solo, PCA- blue. 22 Suzuki GSX-S 1000GT blue

11-23-2020, 10:19 PM	#11
SquirrelyZL1 Drives: ZL1, C63S Coupe Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Miami Posts: 32	Used 0w40 Mobil 1 on my old c7. Ran really nice

11-24-2020, 05:36 PM	#12
supersportss Drives: 2019 SS Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: North Texas Posts: 259	This is what I run. Attached Images

11-24-2020, 07:15 PM	#13
Redlinez Shifts under load Drives: 2020 Camaro 1SS 1LE rally green Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC Posts: 1,295	Wow, a name I have never heard! Diggin on it though! __________________ 24 Audi S3 prem plus, sport package HPDE - southeast - JTI- solo, PCA- blue. 22 Suzuki GSX-S 1000GT blue

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